Was never into sports, but it's sad to hear. Kobe Bryant was arguably the best player of all time, and apparently was well-liked by everyone around him. What's more is his daughter died in the accident with him. Terribly sad.
If you're frightened of dying, and you're holding on, you'll see devils tearing your life away. But if you've made your peace, then the devils are really angels, freeing you from the Earth.