Kobe Bryant left the game of basketball in style last night, scoring 60 points against the Utah Jazz.

It was his 6th game with 60 points or more. Before tonight, no player had ever ended his career with 50 points, let alone 60. It was also the most points scored by a player this season, and the Lakers won the game 101 to 96. At first it didn't look like Kobe was going to have much of a night. It took him five whole minutes to get his first points.

The night started with a tribute from that OTHER famous Laker, Magic Johnson, who said, "We are here to celebrate greatness for 20 years. Excellence for 20 years. Kobe Bryant has never cheated the game, never cheated us as the fans. This man has been the biggest and greatest celebrity we've had."

That was followed by video tributes from former teammates and rivals, including Steph Curry, LeBron James, Carmelo Anthony, Dwyane Wade, Shaq, Derek Fisher, Lamar Odom and former coach Phil Jackson.

And then there was Jack Nicholson, who said, "I think I may retire with ya. You've been an inspiration to us all and L.A. loves you."

Then the crowd was treated to a bass guitar version of the national anthem, courtesy of Flea from the Red Hot Chili Peppers.

Kobe then addressed and thanked the fans after the game.

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