Kobe Bryant and wife Vanessa expecting third child

Former Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant and his wife Vanessa are expecting another baby girl!

The couple shared the happy news via social media on Tuesday, July 12.

"Beyond blessed and excited to share that we are expecting our third baby girl!!! #Blessed #BabyMamba#Thankful," Kobe wrote on Instagram alongside a photo of a red bow, red baby sneakers and a white onesie with the words "Baby Mamba" spelled out on it.

The 37-year-old and his wife are already parents to two daughters Natalia, 13, and Gianna, 10.

Kobe retired from the NBA at the end of the season after a very successful 20-year career. He will be honored for his achievements in the sport when the ESPY Awards air this evening.