Heartbreaking video of LeBron James in tears after death of Kobe Bryant emerges

- LeBron James was emotionally devastated upon receiving news on the death of Kobe Bryant

- The LA Lakers star moved one point above Bryant with 33,655 points before the incident

- James was seen in tears and heartbreak after being told about the death of the NBA legend

LeBron James was left utterly devastated and emotionally heartbroken after being informed about the tragic death of Kobe Bryant, with new footage showing the LA Lakers star completely down.

Bryant was killed in a helicopter crash in Calabasas California including his 13-year-old daughter Gianna on Sunday night, January 26.

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The NBA legend was on his helicopter when the incident happened, with the tragedy plunging the sports fraternity into mourning.

And James, who was on board in official LA Lakers plane which was travelling back home after their defeat to Philadelphia 76ers, got the shocking news with his teammates.

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The footage of him alighting from the plane showed the 35-year-old LA Lakers star reduced to tears as he shared powerful embraces with close sympathisers.

Bryant's tragic death came less than 24 hours after James moved ahead of him in the all-time NBA scoring charts.

James moved one point above the late NBA star with 33,655 points, and Bryant was quick to congratulate the LA Lakers star in what is now his last post on Twitter and Instagram.

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James had paid a tribute to Kobe Bryant after breaking his record, with a message for his legendary trainers during the game in Philadelphia.

In a post-match interview, James praised Bryant influence on his career and even inscribed his iconic 'Mamba' nickname on his snickers.

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