Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant looks back as Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul (3) controls the ball during their NBA preseason basketball game in Los Angeles, California December 19, 2011. (chinadaily.com.cn/Agencies)

Los Angeles Lakers` Kobe Bryant (L) brushes past Los Angeles Clippers` Chris Paul during their NBA preseason basketball game in Los Angeles, California December 19, 2011. (chinadaily.com.cn/Agencies)