Kobe Bryanthas announced that this will be his final NBA season, and the way his shooting has dipped to historically low percentages, it's tough to envision him trying to play anywhere else.
But there's an offer on the table, and it came in the form of a touching letter and a childhood photo from Viola Reggio Calabria, the Italian team Bryant's father played for many years ago. Here's part of it, via TMZ:
It's obviously a little rough to read due to the English translation, but it's clear that it's extremely complimentary and respectful of all that Bryant has accomplished.
Kobe has told everyone to chill with the farewell gifts, but this one was likely viewed as being a little more special thanks to the family connection.
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