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VIDEO: Kobe Bryant on trying to win a championship next season; talks of desire to win sixth ring

Found September 01, 2013 on Lakerholicz.com:
PLAYERS: Kobe Bryant
TEAMS: Los Angeles Lakers
Many people may be writing off the Los Angeles Lakers next season, but the goal for Kobe Bryant remains the same: win another NBA championship. During his recent tour of Asia, Bryant stopped by for an interview with CCTV News and talked about his championship aspirations, as well as his burning desire to win a sixth ring. Kobe also discussed the current NBA landscape, as well as (sort of) revealing his post-playing career plans. .bottom-of-post-responsive { width: 300px; height: 250px; } @media(min-width: 500px) { .bottom-of-post-responsive { width: 300px; height: 250px; } } @media(min-width: 800px) { .bottom-of-post-responsive { width: 336px; height: 280px; } }
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