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I've watched three Jerry interviews and he's a mess in all of them. He clearly saw Kobe like a son and no parent wants to bury their son.
I think you're absolutely right.
Yes can see how much pain he is in he loved Kobe
Jerry West said for 2 years he felt like Kobe's father
You are so right
the entire laker nation is devastated that includes their legends Kareem knew kobe even as a kid because Kareem knew Kobe's dad
"You can't get much done in life if you only work on the days when you feel good."
- Jerry West
Sigh. I recently read about how West struggled with serious depression his whole life due to a horribly abusive childhood and other factors beyond his control. I have zero idea how he was able to work do hard while so depressed, I can't do it, but what a inspiration he is. Along with figure skating and ballet, I really enjoy the NBA. So many fabulous players who are so different, yet they come together and create great teams. They just do so much good. Guys like West and Magic and Bird and Barkley and Shaq and LeBron and Curry and Kobe etc... What an. Inspiration. Thanks Jerry et al.
Jerry West is maybe the classiest and most humble exec in professional sports
The Greatest exec ever in all sports !
JL MARTINEZ he’s a player first, an exec second. When he said “you never lie to players…” that resonated with me.
You can tell that he would rather have a genuine relationship with the players rather than over promise and talk down to them.
I haven’t watched basketball in over 25 years but I know enough about it to know he’s a genuine guy. I’m sure he’s scoulded a lot of players too, because he cares about them.
100 percent! Jerry West is a legend for good reason. He built trust with his teammates, players and didn’t sugarcoat it. I feel for the Lakers nation. RIP Kobe and Gianna and all the families impacted by this terrible tragedy.
Patriota Funchalense : Jerry West has been my idol since 1969 when he singlehandedly battled Bill Russell and the Celtics for the NBA Championship.
Hands down
“You cannot ever lie to a player.. never” Jerry West deserves to be the logo forever. He epitomizes class and respect. He’s what every man should strive to be character wise.
Kobe should be the logo now!!! His second father Mr West im sure wouldnt have a problem with that
Jack, that's an excellent statement and very accurate!
@@snakeman6124 It's wrong
Ain't that Something-- HONESTY ✌️💪💪🇺🇸☮️
Agreed
Jerry West is 81.. we need to appreciate are legends while there still here
Houston Mkenzi so is Kobe.
Nf G good one
I can't remember an NBA Superstar died this young.
Edwin Capidos Petro In ‘93 was the closest, Reggie Lewis is right in there as well but certainly never of this magnitude so soon
@@nevelefilms7336 And NBA became popular worldwide since Jordan Era..
"You can't play for that owner."
He knew Sterling was a bad man, and loved Kobe so much he didn't want him to play for him.
Was just about to say this ... Crazy man. Mr west god bless you
bad man but also a bad owner
I picked up on that too. he said "under no circumstances can you play for the the Clippers and that owner. Period." and i got a feeling that there was a tone in Mr. West's voice that let Kobe know that Mr. West was dead serious.
You caught that, too, huh? Great ears, Mars!
mars bar I agree! West is good man
Someone please keep an eye on Jerry... He's older and has a lot of pain in his heart. Older ones tend to decline health wise during heartache... Keep him close
This may look/sound cynical but I mean it with the absolute amount of love. IF Jerry West does pass on due to this horrendous tragedy, it may be for the best 'cause at least he'll get to see his son and his grand-daughter once again.
Yes. I thought the same, bless his heart. 😢
Jerry west looks awesome. He has the look and mind to get to 100 years old.
@@runningkirkwa2934 That's true. I think he's 81 if I'm not mistaken and he still looks healthy and 100% mentally there. No signs of being senile or anything. I'm sure he'll live to 100. I feel for him man. It guts me whenever I see a father lose a child and Kobe was definitely a son to Jerry
@Fetter Oger aus Emskirchen Just googled it. He's 81!
Right now Jerry and Kobe are having awesome 1 on 1 games right now in the heavens. Rip Kobe and Rip Jerry West
All the late Hall of Famers have a league of their own in heaven because it wouldn't be heaven without basketball.
That pain on Jerry’s face, I feel that. This hurts...
There's no word's to Express how we all feel...😔🙏🏀#legendary#24
🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
I totally feel for everyone who was so close to Kobe Bryant this is so heartbreaking it hurts my heart we lost an amazing legend. RIH kobe and Gianna and others in this terrible crash .so many loved so many young lost their lives too soon. My heart prayers and Condolences go out to all the families, teammates, etc .
@Terran M bro I hope you get help man this hate you have in your heart isn't healthy
@Terran M you right no one is as perfect as you buddy
Watching this again 2 years later and I still get choked up. Jerry’s raw emotion is so powerful. RIP Kobe
Right me too
It just seems so wrong that an 80 year old man was grieving someone half his age.
I truly believe Jerry thought of Kobe as a son
Is it just me, or am I overreacting? I kinda don't like how Shaq interrupted West, should've let him finish, I kinda felt some type of way.
Yeah…still pretty tough to watch
Mr.West calls Shaq Shaquille every time he mentions him and that alone shows you the respect he has for the man. That is amazing.
And he calls Magic Earving
Old fashioned nothing more. Nothing less.
@Dats a paddlin Big respect for your comment.
@@manny2fs Earvin actually
@Dats a paddlin your reply is gold
I'm heart broken, he is truly a man of God, you can't find a better human being than Jerry west, he's a better human being than he was a player, he is with Kobe in heaven now, rest in paradise Mr West😢💙
Kobe Bryant is hugging him in heaven now, he was like Kobe's dad,😢
Jerry is really suffering like crazy... when he said "I really don't know if I can get over this, I really don't know..." it broke my heart
Exactly breaks my heart.
@1993 shut up
It’s great that he lives a long time but at the same time it’s a curse cuz the more time you live like Jerry,the more likelier to watch your family to pass away.i hope someone takes care a Jerry greatly
7:48
I feel like Shaq saw Jerry about ready to lose it after he said that and Shaq stepped in and actually made him laugh 20 seconds later. It takes a very special and strong man to do something like that.
Andrea M I’m worried about him, you don’t want to dip too low in sorrow because it can destroy you.
RIP Mr. West 💔
One of the hardest things of all this is seeing how much he was loved and respected by so many people. Jerry West is a class act.
Well said.
What people may begin to realize is that maybe Kobe didn't just emulate his game after Michael Jordan but he also emulated is game after Jerry West and was emulating Jerry. as far as life after basketball
@Terran M we're talking about a man who just passed whatever personal beef or agenda you got, let it go. he's not around anymorr
RIP Mr. Jerry West. You finally get to see your brother. Enjoy the reunion.
he's 81 and mourning a 41 yo. he can't believe he has to do this.
This comment hit home.
cant believe it. Bill Russell and West played in the 60s and are still alive. Having to see the mamba leave us mustve been hard.
Mr. West was wanting for Kobe to speak at his funeral and NOW Mr. West will probably speak at his.
I don't feel it, you could always see the guilt in his eyes
Real.love.will.make.you.cry.
R.I.P. Bryant and West 💙💛😞
"Mr. West". I love that Shaq still shows him that respect.
Sarge and Dr Lucille O’Neal raised that man well
RIP KOBE AND JERRY!! 2 🐐
I respect Jerry West on another level now.
Dats a paddlin I agree. I see it’s rightfully deserved now ✊🏽
Yeah, right? I loved him already and feel for him even more seeing Jerry the last few days.
He is a graceful person.
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Jerry is a goldmine of a man. You don’t see class like that these days. What a dear, precious man. Pray for him💔
CLASS with capital letters.. He's respected by every single player in the NBA..
Julia Mihaj love you
I know Kobe is hugging you on the other side right now
💔
"you can never lie to a player... EVER" The Logo giving other executives and GM's the most important rule on how to negotiate/communicate with players.
Lies
Makaveli Lives lies? he's the Goat GM for a reason I'll take his word for it
Lol “the Logo” love it
Jerry is such a private person... seeing him like this is just.... wrong somehow. Really seems like he lost a son.
😢 💪❤
Yup, he was HIS son.
JESUS WEPT
Terran M cool story bro happy now? Lol
@Terran M Bro lay off the drugs...
@@teamoptimistic9440 what?
tclass99 that’s how much he respects Kobe. Same with jack nocholson. He doesn’t like interviews but he did one for Kobe’s remembrance. 🐐
Shaq and Kobe called him "Mr. West". Great man. You can tell he cared about Kobe
They always said The Jerry’s loved him the most.
Dr. Buss is having a meal with him right now just glad to see him once more.
Mike Kennard Dr. Buss*
@@paultiplea yes sorry
I'm here cause of today 😭 rip Jerry West and Kobe Bryant 😭 june11,2024
we can't lose you either jerry, please take care of yourself.
I too am worried😣 about him....a tremendous broken spirit and 💔heart at this sad😪 moment..
He just passed today 😢
@@millennialaviation ):
Rest in peace to Kobe and Jerry 🙏🏾
Although Jerry West was a great player, coach, GM, and basketball mind, he has an even bigger heart.
RIP Jerry west you and Kobe both in heaven
Like Bruce Lee before him, Kobe is/will be immortalized. His legacy will last forever. His impact to the game of basketball speaks for itself but what will transcend his immense popularity as an athlete/celebrity is the wisdom and philosophies he shared with the world, particularly with the younger generation. His wisdom on basketball, approach to life, work ethic etc. is very similar to the martial arts legend who also died much too soon. Kobe's legacy will be similar. The game will inevitably evolve and the future, newer, younger generations may never truly appreciate his game but people will still be quoting and reciting Kobe's wisdom 100 years from now.
Terran M don’t forget Corinthians 22-23
22 no one cares
23 leave clown
itchy AIDS Lol fk off if u don’t have a prove
Well said Mr. Wins, well said
Interesting analogy. Spot on.
Nice copy/paste comment
"I don't think I can get over this, I really don't." - That hit me in the feels. My god, it's like watching a man who just lost his son.
It was a man that lost his son.
❤❤
Jerry’s love for Kobe was as deep as Vanessa and his daughters’ love for him. Jerry really looked at him like a son. Imagine believing in a kid since he was 17 and he actually accomplished all the things you knew he was capable of doing. Then after 20 years he retires after an amazing career and gets to enjoy the rest of his life with his daughters and wife. He truly looked happy to be able to spend his time with the people he loved the most. Then out of nowhere his life gets cut short like this, it’s truly heartbreaking. Rip mamba! I will always appreciate what he did for the game. I’ll make sure my kids and their kids know about him. He was a bad man! An assassin on the court like no one else. The basketball world will never be the same! 🐍💔
Jerry was always right. Jerry west is the architect of GSW line-up like steph curry, green, Thomson, igoudala,et.al. that won a championship.
Literally was like losing a son for him
He had a similar mentality as a player to kobe
Probably recognized himself in him
RIP Jerry. Take Care of Kobe up there ❤️🍀
“I don’t know if I can get over this I really don’t” 💔💔 we feel the same way Mr west 7:52
You always think that weeks, months after it happened.. But it's crazy to see what time does to you. At one point you move on again. But the scar will always be there
RIP JERRY WEST!!!!!!!!!!!!! NBA LOGO....U will forever live as long as basketball lives in this world.....
I cannot imagine how painful it is for Jerry to get over this and at the same time share the story to the media. I believe this is his way to expressing condelence to Kobe and I respect Jerry for that. Thank you Jerry. We miss you already Kobe and Gigi
I feel sorry for his mother and father as WELL
In Denver somewhereRaping some WhiteHim have a DollarHim a win in courtHim a have a moneyHim a superstar..Someone in Denver raping a White War...
Rip Jerry West true legend of the NBA
Jerry stated that his own son used to drive Kobe around his rookie year thats how much Kobe meant to them. Keep an eye on Jerry, he’s too old to deal with this type of stress...
jmelz155 right
I can see that he is taking this really hard!!!!
Man Don't think the Logo sees Christmas 2020, he's heartbroken
Jimmie Rustler dont speak dat up🤦🏽♂️
@@jimmierustler9486 what a horrible thing to say
Rip Jerry west 😞 and I know him and Kobe Bryant will see each other
Bruh jerry west makes me cry every time !
First Bill and now Jerry. Rip these legends. I hope Kobe welcomes them up there.
Well said
Jerry West the NBA logo, got me in tears over here.
RIP Jerry West ❤
Rip Jerry West
Kobe was to honor and remwmber Jerry at his funeral. Not the other way around. Tragic.
Magic Johnson said the same thing. He said "He's (Kobe) supposed to be here talking about me - not me talking about him".
They're together again now, RIP Mr. Logo, Jerry West.
Love the shot Jerry took at Donald Sterling at 7:18
@Dats a paddlin smh
Dats a paddlin facts
Jerry west is a Legend
Jerry West is the logo. Him talking about Kobe like he lost a son, how he adored Kobe, him being so choked up. If Jerry West is the symbol of basketball, then basketball itself, literally cried and lost a son when Kobe passed away.
For real
Jerry West is truly heartbroken 💔. Man that hit hard hearing him say he couldn’t get over this
It really hit hard when he says this is the hardest thing in my life, only thing sadder was losing his brother in Korea. RIP Kobe
I’ve had 2 nights of sleep on it and it still doesn’t feel real.
It feels like a superhero died 😖💔
Yes, he was a gift to us All. Such a loss, 💔
It's like when superman died
I am a Kings fan and always "hated" Kobe but I couldn't sleep well the day he passed away. Not many people have had such a wide impact in the world as Kobe did.
Same 😢
Same here 😫😢
Jerry West epitomizes class
Great player
Great GM
Greater person
RIP Jerry and Kobe 🙏🏾
R.I.P Jerry West , I know you’re up there with Kobe.
Watching this again, and now Jerry reuniting with Kobe up there, feels more heart wrenching. Thank you Mr West
Heaven just held its first draft. David Stern is at the podium."hello everyone and welcome this is the first annual heavens gate NBA draft brought to you by good people. And with the first pick in the draft heaven selects Gianna Bryant number 13 out of Newport Beach California. With the second pick in the draft heaven selects Kobe Bryant out of Parenthood and hearts worldwide ... We love you Kobe Gianna and the irreplaceable 7 lives lost . We are standing by with Stuart Scott and Craig sager as they have Alyssa altobelli standing by to discuss her free agency and wanting to join Gianna Bryant and forming a superteam . 😢😢😢
And don't Craig Sagers with loud clothes
Stuart Scott with Heaven Sportscenter
They'll need a coach..Jimmy V. And someone to call the games...Chick!!
And you know Gianna has the mamba mentality so she's rubbing it in daddy's face that she got the 1 pick and daddy mamba can't help but smile and laugh knowing she earned it
Tee M --Well said, sir...very heartfelt and genuine. RIP Gianna and Kobe Bryant, as well as all 7 of the other victims.
Rest in Peace Legend the logo. 😢
Wow, this is the most emotional man, who has cried and shown the most emotions for Kobe in front of the cameras. Watching Jerry West break down, and say he felt like a father to Kobe, there is absolutely no way Kobe would want anyone to replace Jerry West as the NBA logo.
In the same sentiment, there is no way Jerry would want to keep Kobe from getting the honor of being the new logo
Sumit Vinod Kobe would not want to take the logo from his mentor Jerry West
Jason Gunawardena did I say that tho? Read my comment before you reply.
Sumit Vinod Kobe and Jordan turned it down years ago
I didn't know the logo was Jerry. Neat. But does it really matter? it's just a silhouette
here after Mr. West passed away. a group of legends sitting around and everyone gives thier attention to Jerry, you can see they revere him. RIP
RIP Jerry West. Enjoy sharing the court with Heaven's MVP.
Heartbreaking.. watching Jerry like this brings me to tears.
WHAT NO WAY man. I was literally just looking at Jerry’s wiki like two days ago thinking how he was getting up there and we probably wouldn’t have him much longer 💔 I hate that he passed not on good terms with the Lakers ownership. Disgraceful how Jeannie treated him. Rest in peace in legend
Yep...just yesterday I was watching the NBA75 all-time draft video made a couple years ago and at some point he said "I won't be here for the next one". And today I woke up to the news of his passing. Wow. RIP logo
Anyone here after Jerry's passing? Rest easy Mr. Clutch.
Jerry is class personified. Love 💜💛
Hunter Douglas his story is incredible.
As much as it hurts to watch Shaq and MJ talk about him, this hits soooo much harder. Kobe was a little brother to MJ and Shaq, he was a son to Jerry.
It’s crazy out of everybody that spoke on him you can tell jerry really loved Kobe like a son he respected that man on so many levels
This was *Kobe's* dad and he was *Jerry's* son. So it's hard to see a father burying his son. I could listen to *Jerry* talk for years, this is truly touching😭
He was so much more than just a basketball player to so many of us. Mamba mentality for life, in every thing we do. That’s how we honor Kobe.
and now watching this again.... RIP Jerry :(
🥺🥺🥺 Jerry and Shaq broke me down
Seeing Jerry West break like this, u can just feel his emotions and how much Kobe meant to him. No one has any negative comments to say about Mamba, that's how you know he is not only a legend and will forever be but he was humble soul and loved amongst the entire NBA and world. Rest in Peace Champ we love and miss you Forever Mamba & Gigi💜💛💜💛 Thank you Jerry, for this thank you for sharing what Kobe meant to you with us, the world. 🙏😢
It's obvious how much Mr. West cared about Kobe. Mr. West is one of the kindest, most generous people I've ever heard speak. He never disparges others and you can feel his genuine love and honesty. No wonder Kobe had a great relationship with Mr. West. Kobe was always seeking to improve and he was so bright and focused. His Legend lives on.
Jerry loved Kobe so much... he gave him Pau.
R.I.P JERRY WEST
I can listen to this all day, being a Sixers fan, this man will always be a true Laker legend, RIP Jerry West!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
He can see the love this man truly has for Kobe ever since he was 17
I still in Tears today after see Mr West talking about Kobe
You could tell Jerry loved Kobe so much
We will NEVER SEE GROWN MEN like these Legends crying on national TV ever again. Kobe was that special he was the epitome of a professional athlete. He is who all of us looked up to. I love you bro! And we miss you more than you know Kob 💔 RIP Legend
3 years on and this still hurts
Someone needs to routinely check in on Jerry West in the days, weeks and months to come. His heart is obviously shattered and, at 81 years old, it begs the question as to how much more of this he can take. He may not be able to make it through this.
Have to respect Jerry for keeping Kobe away from the Clippers and Sterling.
I think Jerry knew even back then that Sterling was a bad man 😕
R.I.P Mr West I hope you got back with your brother and Kobe Bryant in the after life knowing Kobe he probably waiting for a 1 vs 1 😂 R.I.P Legend
This man loved Kobe. If the world could learn to love like this. 🖤🐍
Jerry West makes me proud to be a West Virginian. Class act, feel so bad for his loss
Life isn't short it's just unpredictable...
RIP all the 9 people onboard 🙏🏻
Man it's tearing me up 😭 watching Jerry West
RIP Legend!
Jerry West loved this guy. RIP Mamba
2:05 Shaq looks absolutely dead inside. They are both hurting so bad
Kobe's death did something to me very profound, I can't really explain it but his death kinda changed everything I knew or thought I knew about life, & the meaning of it all!
R.I.P. Kobe!
I'm a Knicks fan but I loved ur games in the Garden, even tho u killed us way more than not, lol,
u was the G.O.A.T. wit Jordan,
u did it, u proved to all of us that u was just as good as MJ!💪✌
Awesome comment!
Sorry he wasnt MJ dont get it twisted
@@neiljackson81 mj wasn't him either...
Mj was the goat. No body touches his legacy and impact. Kobe was good but dont let his death eclipse his career.
@Real boxing Fan1 the fact that you called mj a bum disqualifies you from any discussion. Mj was a beast. Not only scoring but also defensively.
I’m concerned about jerry west he’s elderly n his heart is broken n that leads to health issues praying for him
You can feel the heartbreak and pain and hurt this man is feeling. So sad.
Sad indeed may the almighty comfort and bring peace to their hearts
Jerry is probably one of the few men in Kobe's life where Kobe broke down, landed on his knees and asked Jerry what to do and how to move forward. You can hear it in his voice, everyone knows the tough minded Kobe, but we all know Jerry has seen the broken Kobe and what is probably hurting him the most was seeing him getting better and better every second, to see that stop in an instant... It's heartbreaking.
one of the most tortured men in NBA history. I feel terrible for Jerry.
Bryce Wilson I remember he said that he didn’t watch the finals cause his anxieties went crazy and he would just drive around Los Angeles..do you remember that ? Hope he stays strong
Rip Jerry. This is the first video that i remembered after i heard about Jerry's death. Rest in peace best Laker ever. We love you
Jerry West is still a Laker in my book and it shows. What a very classy person Jerry is and I have to say thank you for bringing Shaq and Kobe to the Lakers. Thoughts and prayers for Kobe's family and the people who loved him.