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Here’s How Kobe Bryant Was Honored During Super Bowl LIV Because You Likely Missed It + Staples Center Removes Enormous Kobe Memorial

Super Bowl LIV paid tribute to Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna Bryant and the 7 other victims who lost their lives last week. However, you may have missed it. Deets on the tributes, why the Staples Center has removed a massive Kobe memorial and deets on his funeral arrangements inside…

NBA icon Kobe Bryant, his 13-year-old daughter Gianna Bryant and the 7 other victims who lost their lives in a horrific helicopter crash last week were honored during Super Bowl LIV in Miami, but you may have missed it.

Days before the Super Bowl, NFL commissioner Roger Goddell revealed the league would pay tribute to the 41-year-old retired NBA star, who was taken away from us too soon.

Before the Chiefs defeated the 49ers, the NFL stopped everything for a moment of silence to commemorate the NBA legend, his daughter and the 7 victims. Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers players all lined up at the 24-yard line in honor of Kobe’s Lakers jersey number. The NFL also set up an auction where fans can bid on signed items. The proceeds from the auction will be donated to Kobe’s Mamba Sports Academy.

The tribute also honored Chris Doleman, a former NFL defensive end and Hall of Famer who reportedly died last week after a battle with cancer.

Watch the moment of silence below:

Honoring Chris Doleman, Kobe and Gianna Bryant and those who lost their lives in last week's accident.

Visit https://t.co/3KkUT4RsCg to bid on signed items. Proceeds will be donated to the Mamba Sports Academy. pic.twitter.com/3xieXbfN1f

— NFL (@NFL) February 2, 2020

Chiefs wide receiver Demarcus Robinson paid tribute to Kobe on his cleats:

Mamba Mentality #GirlDad pic.twitter.com/WLyRD9ofl9

— Demarcus Robinson (@Demarcus) February 2, 2020

49ers wide receiver Dante Pettis (who was inactive) also honored Kobe on his cleats:

Dante Pettis is rocking these cleats tonight to honor Kobe Bryant pic.twitter.com/KAqDx6Q7Xb

— Evan Webeck (@EvanWebeck) February 2, 2020

49ers wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders also honored Kobe on his cleats, writing "Rest in Peace" with both of Kobe's Lakers jersey numbers, #8 & #24:

“I’ll do whatever it takes to win. Whether it’s sitting on the bench waiving a towel. Handing out cups of water to my teammates or hitting the game winning shot.” - Mamba pic.twitter.com/p1BowN840D

— Emmanuel Sanders (@ESanders_10) February 1, 2020

Before the game, former NFL wide receiver Randy Moss fought back tears while talking about Kobe Bryant's legacy:

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After Jennifer Lopez and Shakira performed, fans were wondering what happened to the Kobe tribute that was supposed to happen:

Black men made J-Lo what she is but neither she nor Shakira honored Kobe at the super bowl. These non-blacks use our music, culture and lingo, then spit in our faces. This is why Rakim, @oldmanebro etc elevating other people over us is inexcusable.https://t.co/0QGmWAYGTp

— ProfessorBlackTruth (@ProfBlacktruth) February 3, 2020

Me looking for the Kobe Bryant tribute #SuperBowl #PepsiHalftime pic.twitter.com/UG25j24te9

— Nneoma (@nneoma_nosike) February 3, 2020

JLO: “I’m going to make a heartfelt tribute to Kobe Bryant at my halftime show” Me waiting for the heartfelt tribute: pic.twitter.com/o4MvvA4Uti

— yazo (@yasmin_mars_) February 3, 2020

So Jennifer Lopez and Shakira used that they were doing a tribute to Kobe Bryant as an excuse to get their views up during the halftime show not only that but then they proceeded to do NO Kobe Bryant tribute like they said they would...but are we surprised? #HalftimeShow pic.twitter.com/esuXP8aiS4

— (@twentydiamond) February 3, 2020

Me and @toyamoya2 rn, checking to see what Kobe Bryant tribute we missed Sunday during the halftime show... pic.twitter.com/qO96OBbeDy

— Chelsea Guerrero (@ChelseaYellowh1) February 4, 2020

The tribute happened, but it was quick. After JLo's 11-year-old daughter Emme hit the stage to perform "Let's Get Loud," a cross appeared on the field that was illuminated in Lakers' colors, purple and yellow.

In the stands, singer Ciara and Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson rocked Kobe Bryant jerseys at the game:

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A post shared by Ciara (@ciara) on Feb 2, 2020 at 10:02pm PST

Meek Mill, Jay-Z and Yo Gotti rocked Kobe jerseys Michael Rubin's Fanatics Super Bowl Party at Loews Miami Beach Hotel over the weekend:

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2020 we didn’t just lose Kobe we lost a real #superhero

A post shared by Meek Mill (@meekmill) on Feb 1, 2020 at 4:09pm PST

Meek Mill & Jay Z Wearing Kobe Bryant Jersey’s At a Super bowl Party w/ Fanatics pic.twitter.com/JuJcGUN0Nf

— 2Cool2Blog (@2Cool2BIog) February 1, 2020

Also...

On behalf of all us who work ⁦@STAPLESCenter⁩ ⁦@LALIVE⁩ thank u to those who have come downtown peacefully & respectfully to pay their respects to Kobe & Gianna Bryant and rest assured that the tributes u have left will be delivered to the Bryant family pic.twitter.com/kfgp9o1BDU

— Lee Zeidman (@LeeZeidman) February 2, 2020

The Staples Center is cleaning up a massive memorial outside of the venue for Kobe Bryant following his death. Staples Center President Lee Zeidman tweeted some of the items will be given to the Bryant family.

We began the cleanup at 4am ⁦@LALIVE⁩ XBox Plaza and we have now boxed 1353 basketballs dedicated to Kobe and Gianna. Truly amazing the outpouring of love from the City of Angels in honor of the 9 who lost their lives 1/26/20 pic.twitter.com/MUN21LNupH

— Lee Zeidman (@LeeZeidman) February 3, 2020

Fans have been contributing items to the memorial, including basketballs, teddy bears and flowers with heartfelt messages written on them.

Cleanup continues and we have filled a full 40 yard roll off trash bin with flowers. These we be made into mulch and spread throughout the landscaping around ⁦@LALIVE⁩ and ⁦@STAPLESCenter⁩ so that the love all of the fans brought to LA Live lives on. pic.twitter.com/kB5XlGSYw5

— Lee Zeidman (@LeeZeidman) February 3, 2020

G8 job by men/women ⁦@LALIVE⁩ went from Sun 2 Mon in just 12 hrs Due 2 massive #of items: 1353 b-ball’s,14 banners total length/width 520’x8’, >25k candles,5k of signs/letters/flags, >500 stuffed animals & >350 pr/shoes we will store & ⁦@Lakers⁩ will advise next steps pic.twitter.com/tWw2kIEw9m

— Lee Zeidman (@LeeZeidman) February 3, 2020

Fans who still want to show love are now urged to donate to the Bryant Foundation rather than bring more flowers and gifts.

As for funeral arrangements, USA Today reports details should be coming soon. Bryant's family and Los Angeles city official are still working out the details for the services.

“We don’t have that date finalized, but we’ve been talking every day to the Lakers, and most importantly, to (Bryant’s widow, Vanessa) as well," Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti said last week. A public memorial could be held at the Staples Center, the Lakers basketball home, or at a football stadium to accommodate what could be a massive crowd of mourners.

Following the tragedy....

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#KobeBryant’s sister #ShariaWashington spoke on behalf of Kobe’s side of the family about the tragedy and tributed him and GiGi.

A post shared by TheYBF (@theybf_daily) on Jan 31, 2020 at 4:29pm PST

Kobe's sister Sharia Washington spoke on behalf of Kobe’s side of the family about the tragedy and paid tribute to her brother and niece GiGi.

#MambaForever!

Photo: Reuters

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