WATCH: Kobe Bryant’s thank you message to Filipinos

THANK YOU. Kobe Bryant feels honoreed by the reception he received here. File photo by Czeasar Dancel/Rappler

MANILA, Philippines – Recently-retired NBA legend Kobe Bryant recently visited Manila again for his Mamba Mentality Tour courtesy of Nike, and as expected, fans of the former Los Angeles Lakers star welcomed him with open arms.

Bryant also felt the adoration and had released a thank you message courtesy of Nike.

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Watch the clip above to view what Bryant had to say. – Rappler.com