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Magic Johnson Pens Touching Letter Dedicated To Kobe Bryant

LOS ANGELES (CBSLA.com) — Lakers legend Earvin "Magic" Johnson released a long letter dedicated to Kobe Bryant, who will end his 20-year NBA career Wednesday night at the Staples Center.

The letter to the 37-year-old Bryant says in part:

"Very few people have changed the game of basketball but you will be recognized as one of them alongside my 'Dream Team' teammates, Larry Bird and Michael Jordan.

"I've enjoyed every minute of your career. Thanks for all the fantastic memories. There will never be another Kobe Bryant!"

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