In an interview that was certainly a difficult one to have, P.K. Subban spoke with the media in Ottawa on Monday about the impact Kobe Bryant had on the world.
"This affects everyone in the sports world. He touched a lot of lives, he's touching more now. All you want to do is pray for the family and you hope that Vanessa and the kids and everyone stays strong."
He added comments on his own personal friendship with the Lakers great who died tragically in a helicopter accident on Sunday.
"He's the DNA of your prototypical athlete that you want, but beyond that he was an even better person. I was very happy to have that relationship with him," Subban stated.
"When I dream about playing and big games and wanting to make a difference, all of that comes from [Kobe]. It really sucks that he's gone. It's really unfortunate. It's way too soon and he had so much more to give."
Subban reflected on some of the touchpoints he had with Kobe through major career milestones for both of them.
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Devils blueliner opened up about the impact Kobe Bryant had on him
