Another legend officially bid farewell to basketball. Former Lakers star Pau Gasol held a press conference and officially announced his retirement from professional basketball. Pau Gasol is 41 years old this year, and he has been persevering. After the Tokyo Olympics, it is time to say goodbye.

Gasol mentioned Kobe Bryant at the press conference. He choked up and said, "I want to mention Kobe Bryant in particular. I really hope he can be here, but life is sometimes unfair. He taught me how to be a better leader, a better competitor and a winner.

Gasol was a flower show in 21. He played for Grizzlies, Lakers, Bulls, Spurs, Bucks and Trailblazers (never played), and won two championship trophies with the Lakers. In his career, he averaged 17 points, 9.2 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.6 blocks per game. He was selected as an All-Star six times and won the rookie of the year in 22.

these two people are really a match made in heaven. Soul mates on the court. Each other's movements and eyes are full of tacit understanding. Among the five championships of Black Mamba, Shark is his strongest partner, but my wife is his most comfortable helper.

Kobe always says that he has no time to make friends. Friends are only temporary, but the championship flag can be hung forever. But the arrival of Pau Gasol opened a door deep in Black Mamba's heart. The two men established a very good chemical reaction, became real brothers, and established a "husband and wife-like" tacit understanding.

that's why I won two consecutive championships. Eleven years is fleeting. When we see the news of Gasol's retirement, we will think of the carnival that belonged to Lakers fans in 21. When we praise Kobe Bryant, don't forget that behind him stands a fighter from Spain firmly.

Lakers officials also immediately paid tribute to Pau Gasol, "the hero of Los Angeles. A world-renowned basketball legend. Congratulations on your retirement, Paul. " Then the owner of the Lakers, Jenny Bass, officially voiced on social media: "It's never a question of whether to retire the No.16 jersey, but a question of when. Congratulations on your official retirement, @ Paul Gasol!" And this No.16 jersey will be hung next to No.24 jersey. This scene is what many people are looking forward to, but unfortunately the man can't come to the scene.