How Did Kobe’s Father Joe Bryant Pass Away?

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As a dedicated gamer and basketball enthusiast, I’ve always been captivated by the stories of legendary players and coaches who have left indelible marks on the sport. Joe Bryant, the father of Kobe Bryant, is one such figure whose life story has intrigued me for years. Having followed his impressive career both as a player and a coach, I’m deeply saddened to learn about his passing at the age of 69.

Kobe Bryant’s father, Joe Bryant (also known as “Jellybean” Bryant), died at the age of 69 on July 16, 2024. This was announced by La Salle University in Pennsylvania where he both played and coached basketball. Throughout his career, Joe played for teams including the Philadelphia 76ers, San Diego Clippers, and Houston Rockets, and later became a coach both in the U.S. and internationally. At present, we have limited information regarding the circumstances of his passing.

What is Joe Bryant’s cause of death?

Joe Bryant’s cause of death has not been officially announced. However, according to Fran Dunphy, the head coach at La Salle, Bryant experienced a massive stroke.

Joe Bryant shone at La Salle University, leading him to become the first-round pick by the Golden State Warriors in 1975. Later, he joined the Philadelphia 76ers roster. During his tenure with this team, which featured Julius Erving and George McGinnis, they advanced to the NBA Finals in 1977. Unfortunately, they were bested by the Portland Trail Blazers in the championship matchup.

Following his tenure with the San Diego Clippers from 1979 to 1982, spanning three seasons, Bryant joined the Houston Rockets for a single season. Subsequently, he played professionally in Europe, representing Italy for eight years and France for an additional year, until his retirement in 1992.

After leaving La Salle University as an assistant coach in 1996 following a three-year tenure to support his son Kobe Bryant’s NBA entry, he took over as the head coach of the WNBA’s Los Angeles Sparks from 2005 to 2006 and again in 2011. In this period, he also led teams in Japan such as the Tokyo Apache from 2005 to 2009, Sebastiani Rieti in Italy (2009), Levanga Hokkaido (2010), Bangkok Cobras in Thailand (2012), and Rising Fukuoka (2015).

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2024-07-16 22:10