Kobe on pulling back, not taking over: 'It has to be done'

SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- Throughout his career, Kobe Bryant has taken over plenty of games, going on epic scoring flurries by overpowering opponents with his talent, skill and athleticism.

Despite his advanced age and several recent season-ending injuries, the 37-year-old Bryant, now in his 20th season with the Lakers, still enjoys taking over games, or at least trying to, especially when his team is down big, as they have been many times in recent years.

Now, though, Bryant said he's a changed man.

"Can't do it," he said after Friday's 132-114 loss to the Sacramento Kings at Sleep Train Arena. "Got to let them develop."


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