Originally Posted by Blue Magic

Kobe has came a long way as a player and as a person. I used to be against him and didn't like him or people comparing him to Jordan, but as time went on I have grown to appreciate his game alot more and I think he is getting up to that Jordan plateau, particularly with-in the last 2-3 years......I am a big Kobe supporter now......I dont know which retirement you guys are looking at tho.......I'd say after retirement #3 in 2003......Kobe has been the best player in this league. JMO.