The NBA world convulsed when news broke that retired legend Kobe Bryant died Sunday in a helicopter crash. Bryant’s 13-year-old daughter Gianna also passed away. Dwyane Wade, who will have his jersey retired by the Heat next month, called today one of the saddest in his lifetime.

Heat President Pat Riley also released a statement.

Miami HEAT President Pat Riley Statement



“Kobe Bryant was a Godsend to this world; not just to the NBA, but to all those who hold dear and cherish family, friends and faith. Today I mourn the tremendous loss of Kobe, his daughter, Gianna, and the other passengers." — Miami HEAT (@MiamiHEAT) January 27, 2020

Many other Heat players also reacted to the news. Tyler Herro said that every team should retire Bryant’s No. 24 jersey.

Peace and power to the Bryant family, and basketball lovers around the world. R.I.P @kobebryant #MambaMentality pic.twitter.com/yn3Bgo0VAu — Goran Dragić (@Goran_Dragic) January 26, 2020

Every team has to retire 24 — Tyler Herro (@raf_tyler) January 26, 2020