Name: VERIFY: Fact-checking rumors after Kobe Bryant’s death in helicopter crash
Uploaded: 1/27/2020 4:42:34 AM
Duration: 93
Description: As news of Kobe Bryant's death spread, one rumor falsely claimed another former NBA player also died. The VERIFY team broke down some of the most widespread claims.

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VERIFY: Fact-checking rumors that spread after Kobe Bryant’s death in helicopter crash

As news of Kobe Bryant's death spread, online posts falsely claimed another former NBA player also died. The VERIFY team broke down some of the widespread claims.

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