Joe Bryant, Kobe's Father and Philly Hoops Legend, Dies at 69
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Joe "Jellybean" Bryant, father of the late NBA legend Kobe Bryant and a former professional basketball player, has died at the age of 69. He recently suffered a stroke, according to La Salle University's athletics department. Bryant played for La Salle University, the Philadelphia 76ers, and other NBA teams, and also had a career in Europe. He was a beloved figure in the basketball community.
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