Kobe Bryant's Death, Augie Fantinus: Too Many Memories

Kapanlagi.com - As one of the artists who also loves basketball, Augie Fantinus admits to being very sad about the news of Kobe Bryant's departure. Augie revealed that he feels a loss with the departure of the legendary basketball athlete.

According to him, the athlete's departure feels even more sad because he was with his daughter, Giana 'Gigi' Bryant. As is known, Kobe Bryant had a helicopter accident with his daughter. Both of them died in the incident.

"Plus, Gigi herself is what makes people even sadder because she was with her daughter, her daughter who has recently been brought to NBA games, also died because they were heading to a game for her daughter," said Augie when contacted by phone on Monday (27/1/2020).

1. Too Many Memories

Augie himself admits that there are so many memories of Kobe Bryant that he always remembers. Although he didn't know him directly, Augie said that the legendary athlete has inspired him in many ways.

"There are too many memories with Kobe Bryant, even though I don't know him personally, he is someone who inspires me in many ways," he added.

2. Becoming Inspiration for Other Athletes

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Augie revealed that there are many things about Kobe Bryant that can be valuable lessons for him. Not only about the achievements and abilities of the athlete in the field of basketball, but also Kobe Bryant's role in his family and his loyalty to the team greatly inspired Augie. According to Augie, many young basketball players consider Kobe Bryant as a role model and inspiration.

"If you look at the Instagram of young NBA players, they all mention that 'I play basketball because of you', that's how big Kobe Bryant's influence is as a player and as a person," he continued.

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