Is Kobe Bryant's Defense Holding LA Lakers Back?

Kobe Bryant is having a great season, but so much of that is because we define "great season" by what a player does on offense. But when you look at the Lakers as a team, you have to wonder whether he's contributing to more wins this year than in years past. First, let us give his offense its due respect. Right now, Kobe Bryant has the highest true shooting percentage (a stat that incorporates threes and free throws) of his career. Keep in mind, Bryant is 34 years old and has quite the illustrio...