Massacre

Well first of all, Kobe turned 31 last month. He can and will still play 5-6 years in this league. Factoring in the overall talent the Lakers have (2nd to none as of now) and the youth of that squad (Gasol, Artest, Odom in their prime, Bynum waiting in the wings), this team is the favorite to repeat this year. Nothing is certain, but say LA does indeed repeat in 2010. Not a chance in hell that this core doesn't grab 1 more title in the following 5 seasons after that.

Surprising some are saying Kobe will never catch, or at least tie Michael. Have to factor in his physical state, how many years [longer] he'll play and the overall youthful team he's playing for. The Lakers aren't fading into the background anytime soon. At worst, he's tieing Michael before he calls it a career.

Those are sick. A lot better looking than the green ones they were recently using.