To the majority of Laker fans, there is no question that Kobe Bryant is the best basketball player in the world.
The question is how long he'll stay that way.
Bryant, 31, recently received an extension that would pay him $83.5 million over three years. The contract would expire after Bryant's 18th season, a couple of months before he turns 36. Many Laker fans are skeptical that Bryant's play will continue to warrant his astronomical salary.
Many Hall-of-Fame-caliber players before Bryant had sharply declined by that age and were no longer to carry their respective teams. Bryant's contract would leave the Lakers absolutely unable to sign a decent replacement for him should things not work out.
But that problem will never arise.
Bryant's work ethic and finesse are unparalleled in today's game. He consistently hones his game and stays in top-notch shape. Kobe has already shown that he is able to adapt to a loss in athletic ability, and he will continue to do so.
When you think of Kobe when he was paired with Shaq, you'll probably think of a speedy, athletic guard who was among the best at attacking the ...
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