The second quarter started, and after a brief rest, Qin Yue and Kobe returned to the game, each launching a low post showdown in their respective zones.
This season, Kobe, paired with Gasol as part of the "Mrs. Kobe" bond...
Although his average score per game has inevitably dropped to 27.8 points due to fewer attempts, his true shooting percentage has increased to a career-high of 58%.
By the standards of the small-ball era of later generations, Kobe's efficiency is certainly not very high.
But compared to later stars, Kobe's astonishing output and his killer instinct when in form can only be described as abnormal.
Even until his retirement battle, Kobe could still throw 50 times.
Was it Kobe's impressive 60 points for the Lakers that was shocking at that time?
No.
It was his ability to shoot at will despite having suffered multiple major injuries.
This ability meant that Kobe could always step up anytime on the court to flip a coin for the Lakers.
