Awkward moment between Kobe and Battier

[djohn2oo8]

Los Angeles - The exchange was brief, respectful and perhaps just a wee bit awkward. Kobe Bryant, fresh off a 40-point performance and on his way to meet with the media, crossed paths with Shane Battier one final time Wednesday night within the halls of Staples Center. Bryant extended an arm and patted his counterpart on the chest saying, “Way to keep battling.”

Battier’s response: “Don’t worry, I’m not going anywhere.”

http://www.nba.com/rockets/news/Lake...312139-34.html

[JamStone]

Was it really that awkward? Guess you have to see the video of it. Doesn't sound like it was too awkward.

[DrHouse]

at how Battier gets credit for being a Kobe stopper when he's letting the guy score 36ppg on 52% shooting.

[ElNono]

They just had an awkward moment just to see how it feels like...

[timvp]

Kobe career vs. Bowen = 26.3 points, 3.7 assists, 3.6 turnovers, 42.6% from the field, 27.8% on three-pointers

Kobe career vs. Battier = 29.0 points, 5.0 assists, 3.2 turnovers, 43.1% from the field, 35.2% on three-pointers

Kobe has scored 45 or more points on Battier six times including games of 56, 53 and 53. Kobe has never scored 45 on Bowen.

[lefty]

“Don’t worry, I’m not going anywhere.”