Kobe Gianna Bryant Mural Restored Downtown Los Angeles

A mural honoring Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna in downtown Los Angeles was vandalized with graffiti, sparking a community effort to restore it. The artwork, created by artist Louie Palsino (also known as Sloe Motions), depicts Kobe holding Gianna with the Los Angeles skyline and the phrase 'Mamba Forever.' After the vandalism, Palsino launched a GoFundMe campaign to raise $5,000 for restoration, which was quickly met thanks to a donation from Lakers star Luka Doncic and others. Doncic expressed his deep respect for Kobe and Gianna and his commitment to honoring their legacy in Los Angeles. The mural has since been fully restored to its original state, with hopes that it remains untouched in the future. The restoration highlights the strong connection between the Lakers community and the city, as well as the ongoing impact of Kobe and Gianna Bryant's legacy.