The NBA great was among several high-profile names who saluted Guardiola's tenure after 10 years in charge at the club.
Outgoing Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola spoke about the memories built during his decade at the club
Man City manager Pep Guardiola to step down as manager of Manchester City after a trophy-laden 10-year reign.
Pep Guardiola departs Manchester City with a legacy that stretches well beyond the 17 trophies he won in 10 years.
Pep Guardiola won 17 trophies in his 10-year stay at Man City, but how does his record stand up in English football?
Pep Guardiola is standing down as Manchester City manager after winning 20 trophies with the Premier League club.
Mikel Arteta was Pep Guardiola's assistant at Man City, but has pipped his former tutor to the Premier League title.
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is understood to be stepping down at end of season after 17 years at EPL club.