The All-Star weekends have always been memorable ones for NBA buffs. Fans get to witness players from different teams join hands for competitive games, to entertain the audience. Moreover, it is the time when the NBA legends, hall of famers, family members, and kids get together to enjoy the All-Stars’ play. One such is the recent meeting of Kobe Bryant‘s daughters with their dad’s favorite teammate from Spain yesterday.?

A picture of the 7ft former Laker along with Bryant’s family during the Rising Star game went viral on the internet, making the fans emotional. Fans continue to remember the late legend and love to see his kids smile.?

Kobe Bryant’s family meets their favorite uncle from Spain

The two-time champion from the Los Angeles Lakers, Pau Gasol was one of the NBA alums who caught the attention. Gasol made a special appearance this weekend as a coach for one of the teams of the Rising Stars. Moreover, the clutch performance from ‘Team Pau’ stole the show, as Jose Alvarado from the New Orleans Pelicans hit a game-winning three to win the competition.?

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The Spanish veteran reunited with Bryant’s daughters, to put a smile on their faces. Fans continue to adore the picture of Gasol entertaining the kid with his reactions. Here are some of the reactions from Twitter:

Fans showed nothing but love to Pau Gasol for his kind-hearted nature. ‘Team Pau’ beat ‘Team Deron’ and ‘Team Joakim’ to win the title. Alvarado from ‘Team Pau’, scored a total of 18 points in the two games along with a match-winning bucket to win the Rising Stars MVP. Gasol on Twitter took the time to share his appreciation for the team. Gasol indeed had a special night, with his team’s victory and reuniting with the NBA family.

Pau Gasol credits Kobe Bryant for Hall of Fame nomination

On Friday, the NBA announced the finalists for the 2023 Hall of Fame class. Pau Gasol who made it to the nominations credited Kobe Bryant for this huge achievement. Along with the Spanish center, former Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade, San Antonio Spurs legend Tony Parker, and German forward Dirk Nowitzki made it to the nomination.

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NBA buffs were more than happy to see all these legends get nominated for this year’s HOF class. Moreover, the veteran coach of the San Antonio Spurs, Gregg Popovich was also nominated. Share your thoughts on this year’s HOF class in the comments below.