Chris Paul and Carmelo Anthony knew Kobe Bryant perhaps as well as anyone in the NBA, both as long-time competitors in the association and as teammates for Team USA. The two NBA stars took to social media to express their sadness at the news of Kobe’s passing, sending thoughts and prayers to the Bryant family and everyone that has been affected by the tragedy.

Paul Pierce, Matt Barnes and the rest of the cast on The Jump continue to express their sentiments regarding the situation as the NBA community continues to grieve the loss of Kobe Bryants, his daughter Gianna and the rest of the families involved.