"Kobe Bryant Statue at Crypto.com Arena in Need of Corrections After Typo Fiasco"

The Kobe Bryant statue outside Crypto.com Arena has quickly become a must-see spot for Lakers fans, attracting crowds before and after games. However, the statue's marble base recently came under scrutiny for various errors, such as misspelling Jose Calderon's and Von Wafer's names in a replica box score from Bryant's iconic 81-point game. Another gaffe included a formatting mistake in listing Bryant's career accomplishments. Despite these blunders, the Lakers are already taking steps to rectify the situation, ensuring that the tribute to the late basketball legend is accurate and respectful.

Bryant's 19-foot bronze statue, depicting him in his No. 8 jersey, is just the first of three statues planned to honor the Lakers great, according to his widow, Vanessa Bryant. While the unveiling of the other two statues—one featuring Bryant in his No. 24 uniform and the other alongside his daughter Gianna, who tragically passed away in a helicopter crash in 2020—is still pending, fans can look forward to more enduring tributes to celebrate the enduring legacy of the legendary NBA star. With the promise of additional statues on the horizon, the Kobe Bryant memorial at Crypto.com Arena continues to serve as a poignant reminder of the Black Mamba's unparalleled impact on the basketball world.