Following the tragic death of Kobe Bryant, the legendary coach Phil Jackson spoke about his connection with Kobe and his impact on people.
Jackson called Bryant ‘a chosen one’, saying that the relationship he had with Kobe was more than coach/player.
“The crash was a tragedy for multiple families. My heart goes out to Vanessa and the families that lost loved ones. Kobe was a chosen one—special in many ways to many people. Our relationship as coach/player transcended the norm. He went beyond the veil.”
Phil Jackson
Jackson coached the Lakers and Kobe through 1999–2004, winning three NBA titles in the process.
