NEW YORK, NY - DECEMBER 13: Kobe Bryant #24 of the Los Angeles Lakers was wearing new sneakers for his game against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on December 13, 2012 in New York City.... more 

NEW YORK, NY - DECEMBER 13: Kobe Bryant #24 of the Los Angeles Lakers was wearing new sneakers for his game against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on December 13, 2012 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images) less