Los Angeles Lakers forward Pau Gasol has been the player most likely to be traded for the majority of the 2012-13 regular season. But according to teammate Kobe Bryant, Gasol's latest foot injury will force the Lakers to finally appreciate the seven-footer's talent and impact.
Bryant has never wavered in his support for Gasol, despite his career-worst season. And his blind faith offers an interesting insight into their relationship—especially when contrasted with Kobe's relationship with Dwight Howard. He has been far less sympathetic when it comes to Howard and his struggles with injuries and consistency.
And while both players have found difficulty blending into Mike D'Antoni's system, most of Bryant's criticism has been hurled in Howard's direction.
Some people may chalk it up to Bryant's familiarity with Gasol and the fact they have been to three NBA Finals and won two championships together. Or it could just be that Bryant recognizes that Gasol is a better fit with the Lakers' current roster.
Maybe Bryant realizes the future of the Lakers franchise rests with Howard's decision in July, but he is more interested in winning ri ...
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