Kobe Bryant to Retire- Shocks Everyone

What is the buzz that we get to hear? Is Kobe planning to leave behind NBA? Well, this is more than a shocker to probably all NBA fans.

Kobe, the 16-time All-Star who is one of the biggest of names and a fighter in the arena of basketball has suddenly made quite a shocking confession lately about his retirement from basketball, and has left everyone more than stunned! There is simply no doubt about this that one of the most legendary basketball  players whom we have all witnessed in the recent times, is none other than, Kobe Bryant. The shooting guard of Los Angeles Lakers, who has been such a boon to his team since 1996, has been a star and such a huge name in the field of basketball.

He stated that he would not lie and that the thought of retirement has crossed his mind several times. He said that at the moment even though there is no confirmation regarding this news, but anything could crop up and is possible to take place, anytime!

He also stated that his body does pain a lot, that is around the clock, and if he feels that it is time to end it, he would be deciding it abruptly and would end it!

Kobe on his 2-year, still has a year left, the $48.5 million deal, but many people around still feel that he might just end up retiring anytime soon, probably at the end of the season! But again we have to admit that Kobe has always been at all times, quite dedicated to his team, however at the same time, he cannot let go of the idea of age catching up. Also it has started to be seen on courts too as he is ending up taking more rests, off late!