Jeremy Lin calls Kobe Bryant a 'great' leader and mentor

The Silver Screen & Roll Tweetbag is a collection of quotes, highlights and our caption contest posted after every Los Angeles Lakers game. Take a look around, drop a caption in the comments, and enjoy your stay!

The Tweets

Lin said that Bryant has been a great leader, and mentor to him since "the minute I was traded."

— Bob Garcia IV (@bgarcia90) October 22, 2014

Lin however was quick to point out it has been great working with Bryant, but he can "only speak for himself."

— Bob Garcia IV (@bgarcia90) October 22, 2014

Jeremy Lin just called Kobe a "watchdog" in terms of what he sees on the court, always tells Lin little things/details to make him better

— Serena Winters (@SerenaWinters) October 22, 2014

Jeremy Lin amused about perception teammates don't like to play with Kobe. "That was one article," Lin said as he rolled his eyes

— Mark Medina (@MarkG_Medina) October 22, 2014

Bryant: "Jeremy Lin makes a big difference. He creates shots for others. He somebody for us that penetrates & makes plays for others."

— Bob Garcia IV (@bgarcia90) October 22, 2014

Byron Scott liked Jeremy Lin's play but wouldn't commit to him closing out games. Said he did that to rest Ronnie Price

— Mark Medina (@MarkG_Medina) October 22, 2014

Kobe Bryant on ESPN story pinning his presence as face of franchise's demise: "It won't be the first one. It won't be the last one."

— Mark Medina (@MarkG_Medina) October 22, 2014

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