Via Twitter:
While Kobe Bryant has the defensive credentials — he’s made the NBA’s All-Defensive first team nine times and the second team three times — it’s a surprising job for the 34-year-old to assume at this stage of his career. Why does it seem like D’antoni has something on his mind?
Found January 15, 2013 on
The Mars Reel:
Original Story:
THE BACKYARD
BEST OF MAXIM
AROUND THE WEB
RELATED ARTICLES
Kobe Bryant and Wife Go Golden Globing
Via Terez Owens
|
January 14, 2013
It was all part of our reconciliation T…
Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant and wife Vanessa Bryant attend the 14th Annual Warner Bros. And InStyle Golden Globe Awards After Party held at the Oasis Courtyard at the Beverly Hilton Hotel last night. With the Lakers floundering big time, it’s nice to see Kobe still has some fun things to do.-TO
Kobe And Vanessa Call Off The Divorce...
|
January 14, 2013
Kobe Bryant may have been facing $1.36 million in monthly spousal and child support payments if divorce went through
Via Larry Brown Sports
|
January 14, 2013
Take it from me: Divorce is really, really expensive, especially in California. The news recently broke that Kobe and Vanessa Bryant have reconciled. If you’re wondering how much Kobe would have to pony up if he and Vanessa Bryant couldn’t get back together, you might want to keep reading. You also might want to sit down.
Kobe would obviously have to pay child support for his...
|
January 14, 2013
Kobe Bryant and wife Vanessa hit up Golden Globes after party
Via 5TH QUARTER MAGAZINE
|
January 14, 2013
Since Kobe Bryant and his wife Vanessa announced their official reconciliation on Friday via Instagram, its only right the couple have a little fun. The couple was spotted at the Warner Brothers Golden Globe after party looking truly happy. For Kobe this might have been due to the Lakers winning their first [...]
|
January 14, 2013
Lakers Rumors: Lakers’ Kobe Bryant expected to take on bigger defensive role
Via Next Level Sports Network
|
January 14, 2013
According to ESPN, Kobe Bryant will be taking on a bigger defensive role as the Lakers’ defense continues to struggle. Bryant guarded Kyrie Irving on Sunday. “I think that really helped us,” D’Antoni said. “It helped us against the Clippers with Chris Paul. (Bryant) wants to take the challenge, and it really helps us.” “He [...]
[[ This is a content summary only. Visit...
|
January 14, 2013
Bryant shines on offense, defense in Lakers' rout of Bucks
Via Pro Sports Daily
|
January 16, 2013
LOS ANGELES -- Give credit to the ice running through his veins for Kobe Bryant's offensive prowess in his 17th NBA season. He does, after all, lead the league in scoring. But Bryant credits something else for his defense on Milwaukee's Brandon Jennings, the reigning Eastern Conference Player of the Week, on Tuesday night. Still ice, just not in his veins. The Los...
|
January 16, 2013
Lakers to Expand Kobe Bryant’s Defensive Responsibilities
Via BlackSportsOnline
|
January 15, 2013
While Kobe’s offense has stayed at a high level even in his 17th year in the league, his defense has been slipping for a while.
According to Steve Nash, Kobe needs to be challenged to step up his defensive efforts, so the Lakers are going to put more defensive responsibilities on his shoulders.
In the wake of Bryant’s outstanding effort against Irving, Lakers coach Mike D’Antoni...
|
January 15, 2013
Shaq Gets Back With His Hot Ex-Girlfriend (Photos)
Via The Mars Reel
|
January 15, 2013
via Tribune 242:
This must be the year to reconcile with your lady as Shaq has seemed to follow suit with Kobe Bryant. Shaq and Hoopz broke up a while back , but it appears now they have smooth things over. They appeared together at a charity event the Paradise Children’s Foundation in the Bahamas over the weekend.
SPORTING superstar Shaquille O’Neal took to the basketball...
|
January 15, 2013
The Greatest Scorer of All Time Says Kevin Durant Will Be Next
Via The Mars Reel
|
January 16, 2013
via Oklahoman:
The 24-year Kevin Durant has a long way to go to catch up with Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Jabbar retired at the age of 41 and had a career scoring average of 24.6 points. Currently the closest person to surpassing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is Kobe Bryant who would need to play about 3 more seasons to averaging in the neighborhood of 24 points per game. This is all contingent...
|
January 16, 2013
Robert Horry rips into Kobe at event
Robert Horry laid into former teammate Kobe Bryant while speaking at the ninth Lakers All-Access event at Staples Center."When Kobe is on the weak side, he needs to start paying attention to where the ball is and not be flying around, thinking he's some stealth bomber where he can get steals nonstop," said Horry.The Lakers (17-21) have struggled this season as a team...
Lakers top Bucks for 2nd win in a row
Dwight Howard had 31 points and 16 rebounds, Kobe Bryant also scored 31 points and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Milwaukee Bucks 104-88 Tuesday night for their second straight win after a six-game skid.
Metta World Peace added 12 points as the Lakers prepared for Thursday's visit from the NBA champion Miami Heat with an impressive effort against the Bucks, who lost for the...
Lakers 104, Bucks 88
Dwight Howard had 31 points and 16 rebounds, Kobe Bryant also scored 31 points and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Milwaukee Bucks 104-88 Tuesday night for their second straight win after a six-game skid.
Metta World Peace added 12 points as the Lakers prepared for Thursday's visit from the NBA champion Miami Heat with an impressive effort against the Bucks, who lost for the...
LeBron-Kobe: What could have been
Watch closely Thursday. Watch LeBron James continue to carry his team on the road, where they have struggled but he has been magnificent, game after game, day after day, his greatness still somehow expanding and crystallizing before us.
Watch Kobe Bryant, too, as he tries to carry his floundering Lakers' squad by willing them and himself to places he can still go but now they...
Aging Lakers might be catching their stride
It was probably only a matter of time before the Los Angeles Lakers got healthy and figured it out.
Tuesday night, the Milwaukee Bucks just happened to be in their way.
A sluggish offensive night, missed free throws and turnovers gave the Bucks little chance to compete with a Lakers group that seems to be hitting their stride.
Kobe Bryant and Dwight Howard combined for 62 points...
The Starting Lineup: Kobe’s D Helps Lakers Achieve Win Streak
Via NBA 24/7 365
|
January 16, 2013
Kobe Bryant’s argument for the All-Defense berth he will inevitably receive can now be made on the basis of one game. As the Lakers held the Bucks to just 35.8% shooting and 15 fourth-quarter points in a 104-88 victory, Bryant took the responsibility of checking Brandon Jennings, the Eastern Conference’s reigning Player of the Week. It’s been no secret that the Lakers have...
|
January 16, 2013
Kobe and Wife Hang with President Bill Clinton
Via Terez Owens
|
January 16, 2013
Can you say Dream Team T?
Vanessa Bryant, President Bill Clinton, musician Richie Sambora and Kobe Bryant attended the grand opening of STEP UP ON VINE a few days ago in Los Angeles — A very interesting foursome indeed — Vanessa was definitely paying full attention to Slick Willie.-TO
Kobe Bryant and Wife Go Golden Globing
Kobe And Vanessa Call Off The Divorce
|
January 16, 2013
All Sports Forum Discussions
| Latest Rumors | The Backyard | Going Viral |
|
|
Today's Best Stuff |
For BloggersJoin the Yardbarker Network for more promotion, traffic, and money. |
Company Info |
Help |
What is Yardbarker?Yardbarker is the largest network of sports blogs and pro athlete blogs on the web. This site is the hub of the Yardbarker Network, where our editors and algorithms curate the best sports content from our network and beyond. |
