Well Kobe said that he has worked with injuries more painful than a mere sore big toe such as back, knee, broken teeth, shoulder injuries. Nearly everyone including Shaq's uncle called to support him when the trial became big news. Kobe said he does not care whose team it is and does not need to be the leader. Some statements about Shaq bitching about a contract extention for a large sum of money even though he was not in shape last season.