Kobe Bryant, once a top basketball superstar in the NBA, had an outstanding career, and his influence was second only to that of basketball god Michael Jordan. Although Kobe has passed away, his impact on the NBA and basketball continues, with his Mamba spirit inspiring generations of fans. The Los Angeles Lakers honor Kobe every year, and during these events, their home stadium is always packed. Vanessa, Kobe's wife, has been under the spotlight since Kobe's death. With her top-tier looks, she gained fame after Kobe's passing, despite being nearly 40 years old at the time, and she still had many admirers around her. Vanessa's popularity is also closely related to her wealth. Throughout Kobe's career, his salary was among the highest in the NBA, and with his various endorsements and commercial activities, his net worth exceeded $1 billion. All of this became Vanessa's fortune after Kobe's departure. Moreover, Kobe was compensated with a substantial sum due to the helicopter accident. However, Vanessa did not start a new life after Kobe's death; she never forgot him. On important holidays, she would take her daughters to "visit" Kobe. Recently, Vanessa even went to Kobe's grave with her three daughters to celebrate the New Year, preparing exquisite fireworks especially for the occasion. In the more than four years since Kobe's death, Vanessa has taken care of the family. Their eldest daughter has now grown up and been nurtured into a talented individual. Currently, Natalia has become a well-known model with an annual income reaching millions of dollars. Their two younger daughters have…

In the NBA league, most players will experience a noticeable decline after the age of 30, and they may be replaced by younger players at any time, ultimately being eliminated by the league. In recent years, several powerful stars have suddenly bid farewell to the NBA stage. If it weren't mentioned, many fans might not even know that these six stars have faded away from the NBA stage. For example, Austin Rivers, the pride of the Rivers family, was once the top high school player in the United States. With his outstanding skills and sharp breakthroughs, he became a good choice for a substitute shooting guard. At his peak, he was also a bench bandit, averaging over 10 points per game for multiple seasons. However, at the age of 30, which is considered the prime of a player's career, he unexpectedly announced his retirement, surprising many fans. Serge Ibaka was also a tough player in the NBA, especially on the defensive end, where he was an undoubted tough guy. During his time with the Thunder, he was the shot-blocking champion, and his combination of height and agility made him extremely intimidating under the basket. After a major injury, he underwent a splendid transformation and successfully won the championship. Now, with his achievements, Ibaka has chosen to transfer to Europe, which can be described as having more money, less work, and being closer to home. Similarly, Derrick Rose's retirement was also unexpected. Last season, as a backup point guard for the Grizzlies, he still managed to contribute an average of 8…