Here's Kobe Bryant's Response to Russell Westbrook Taking 43 Shots Last Night

Kobe Bryant thinks the media should get off Russell Westbrook's back.

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Russell Westbrook scored a career-high 54 points against the Pacers yesterday. But because it took place in a losing effort, Westbrook caught a ton of heat from members of the media who called him out for taking 43 shots during the game. Westbrook responded by telling reporters to get off his back:

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And now, one of his fellow superstars is coming to his aid. Kobe Bryant just took to Twitter to address Westbrook's big game and told the media the #StopIt when it comes to criticizing Westbrook:

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#StopIt pic.twitter.com/pPRO8BnF4P

— Kobe Bryant (@kobebryant) April 13, 2015

So...how many shots do you think Westbrook will fire up tonight?

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