Owen has always admired Kobe Bryant and is eager to challenge him. They met many times in the NBA and participated in the training camp of the American national team together. At that time, Owen also challenged Kobe and was teased by Kobe. The two had a deep personal relationship, and Kobe's death was also a very heavy blow to Owen.

"Many people have said before that as long as students want to study and are ready to study, teachers will always appear. He and I are students and teachers. I ask him almost everything, and no matter how nervous and scared I am, he can give me the direction to move forward. This is what I need most. He is always willing to answer my questions. He explained to me what sacrifice and love are. He taught me a lot, and I tried to listen to his advice, which made me who I am now. " Owen said.

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Owen wore the No.8 jersey to pay tribute to Kobe Bryant.

Beijing time 65438+1October 26th, the Nets played against the Heat again at home. Owen was photographed wearing Kobe Bryant's Lakers No.8 jersey when he entered the stadium before the game.

Seeing the reporter's camera aimed at him, Owen opened his coat, revealed his No.8 jersey and said, "You all know who I want to pay tribute to tonight." Tomorrow will be the first anniversary of Kobe's death. Kobe is Owen's idol, so he pays tribute to Kobe in this way.