Kobe Bryant: 5 Reasons Lakers Star Is Still the Man in L.A.

We're seven games into the Los Angeles Lakers' 2012 season, and Kobe Bryant appears rejuvenated, refreshed and highly motivated from his much longer than usual offseason.

With an extra 14 weeks of rest over the summer, Bryant was able to go to Germany to undergo an innovative procedure on both his right knee and left ankle.

All indications thus far point towards the procedure being wildly successful, as Bryant appears to be moving around the court much better.

The added lift on his jump shot is noticeable, along with a renewed ability to get to the basket on a regular basis.

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