The basketball world belongs to Kobe Bryant, at least for one more weekend.
About 750 million people around the globe are expected to follow Sunday's NBA All-Star Game in one form or another, and it's a safe guess most will do so to keep a keen eye on Bryant's final appearance in the league's midseason showcase.
His farewell season now officially starting to wind down, the Los Angeles Lakers' star was the center of attraction at media day Friday — and seemed most appreciative.
"I just feel very blessed to be able to play so many years, man," Bryant said.