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Celebrities, athletes reflect upon Kobe Bryant's career

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April 13, 2016

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After 20 years, NBA superstar Kobe Bryant is set to play the final game of his career Wednesday night.

Known as the “Black Mamba,” Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers will face the Utah Jazz at home to finish the season.

After entering the NBA directly from high school, Bryant went on to become one of the league’s premier players, winning five championships, being an 18-time All-Star and ranking third for all-time scoring leader.

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Bryant announced his retirement plans in November 2015 via a poem entitled, "Dear Basketball."

The accolades are already pouring in from fellow athletes and celebrities on social media.

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