Kobe Bryant News: Lakers Star Plans To Play After 2014, Eyes More Titles

In what some might consider the worse kept secret in hoops history, Kobe Bryant made it official on Friday, saying he remains focused on winning titles and plans to play beyond 2014 or the end of his current contract.

"My goal is to win more than five," Bryant told Stephen A. Smith on ESPN Radio, according to The L.A. Times.

 When asked his thoughts on contemporary Tim Duncan’s push for a fifth world title in this year’s NBA Finals, he added "if he does, hopefully that pushes our organization upstairs to be even more determined and more driven to make the necessary expenses to make sure we continue the next year and the year after that."

As for his recovery from the torn Achilles tendon that prematurely ended his season, Bryant told ESPN:  "It's coming along well."

"I'm progressing," he added. "I'm still walking somewhat like a baby giraffe but I'm getting around a little bit more. Nike kind of built a special sole in it for me that has a heel-lift, so I can walk around and keep the tendon compressed somewhat."

While the team has put the prognosis for his recovery at six to nine months, Bryant seems adamant he will be ready to go come opening night.

“I'd love to see us pick up next season where we left off this season prior to these injuries," he told ESPN. "We were playing some good basketball -- things were flowing. We'll have to make some adjustments in terms of getting a little longer, having a couple of guys on the floor who can cover ground, and cover ground quickly.  If we do those things, I like our chances."

As for the fate of free agent center Dwight Howard, Bryant added he plans to directly speak with him before he makes any decision.

 

 

 

 

 

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