The basketball world commemorated the late Kobe Bryant on what would have been his 46th birthday and the eighth annual Kobe Bryant Day. Celebrations included a Nike basketball tournament, new merchandise from the Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation, and various tributes from athletes across different sports. Notable figures like Dwyane Wade, Magic Johnson, and Scottie Pippen expressed their admiration and shared fond memories of Bryant. Tennis stars Naomi Osaka and Nick Kyrgios also honored Bryant by wearing his Lakers jerseys during a US Open exhibition match. Bryant's legacy continues to be celebrated for his contributions both on and off the court.