Pau Gasol Tears Up as Lakers Retire His Jersey Next to Kobe Bryant's: 'I Love You, Brother'
Photo: Luis Sinco/Los Angeles Times via Getty Tuesday evening was an emotional one forPau Gasol. Gasol, 42, teared up as the Los Angeles Lakers unveiled his jersey in the rafters, right next toKobe Bryant’s, to his former teammate and close friend. The Laker legenddelivered a heartfelt speechduring the ceremony, thanking the Lakers organization and fanbase for the honor. Gasol also thankedVanessa Bryant, telling her he loves her and is “proud to be an uncle” to her “lovely girls....