Among fans and media, the debate continues to rage, but for NBA players there hardly seems to be any disagreement — the vast majority want the ball in Kobe’s hands with the game on the line. Reports Sports Illustrated: “WHO DO YOU WANT SHOOTING WITH THE GAME ON THE LINE: Kobe Bryant, Lakers 74%; Kevin Durant, Thunder 8%; Dwyane Wade, Heat 3%; Ray Allen, Celtics 2%; Dirk Nowitzki, Mavericks 2%. Based on 166 NBA players who responded to SI’s survey.”