Agent Scott Boras to honor Kobe Bryant’s wish with internship for Lexi, daughter of late John Altobelli

Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka, during his eulogy Monday for longtime client and friend Kobe Bryant and goddaughter Gianna, said Kobe had texted him from the helicopter that ultimately crashed in a tragic accident that took nine lives.

Three of those victims were Orange Coast College baseball coach John Altobelli, his wife Keri and daughter Alyssa Altobelli, who was a teammate and close friend of Gianna.

The purpose of those texts between Bryant and Pelinka that fateful Sunday morning actually revolved around securing an internship for the Altobellis’ other daughter – Lexi – at a baseball agency in southern California. Bryant vouched for her work ethic and character.

Turns out, it was MLB mega-agent Scott Boras, who will now make sure one of Bryant’s final wishes is carried out. Boras said he has offered her an internship.

“Kobe’s last human act was heroic,” Pelinka said. “He wanted to use his platform to bless and shape a young girl’s future.”

Lexi’s brother, J.J. Altobelli, is a scout with the Boston Red Sox.

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