In a touching display of mentorship and legacy, former WNBA star Candace Parker recently shared a snippet of her coaching session with Bianka Bryant, the daughter of the late Kobe Bryant.
Parker, who has had an illustrious career with the Los Angeles Sparks and the Las Vegas Aces, took to social media to post a video of her guiding young Bianka through basketball drills. The video, which quickly went viral, shows Parker affectionately referring to herself as “Aunty Candace” and Bianka as “Mini Mamba,” a nod to Kobe Bryant’s famous nickname.
Candace Parker coaching up Kobe & Vanessa’s daughter, Bianka
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The session is not just a simple coaching moment but a continuation of Kobe Bryant’s legacy. Kobe, who was known for his dedication to mentoring young athletes, would undoubtedly be proud to see his daughter being guided by one of the best in the game. Parker’s involvement is particularly meaningful given her own connection to Los Angeles basketball and her respect for Kobe’s contributions to the sport.
