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Bryant was averaging thirteen.8 points, 6.three assists, and 4.three rebounds. Despite being sidelined, he was voted by fans to begin out in his 16th All-Star sport. Bryant did not feel he was deserving of the selection, and some likened it to a career achievement award for his previous performance.