Kobe Bryant

Kobe Bryant touched the lives of basketball fans all over the world, but he has also made an impact on sports greats, who likewise have created their own legacies.

Three-time NBA champion Dwyane Wade posted an emotional video message on social media as he remembered how important Bryant was to him in his life.

"Today is one of the saddest days in my lifetime. It seems like a bad, bad dream that I just want to wake up from. It’s a nightmare," started Wade, who was clearly holding back tears.

"I know that we all feel the same way about such a great leader, a great champion, a great person. If you guys got a chance to meet Kobe, if you got a chance to really know Kobe, there ain’t nobody better, man."

"Emotions all over the place. These are the moments when you ask: 'Why?'"