There is a rumor going around recently that players do not want to go to the Lakers because they do not want to play with Kobe. This is simply not true--Carmelo found the Knicks were making good moves in their front office and at the coaching position and Gasol left for other reasons. However, people are taking statements out of context and trying to create turmoil for the Lakers. Kobe is a great player to watch and takes care to play his best for the team.