Kobe Bryant has been in and out of the lineup this season and is on a minutes restriction.

Bryant is signed through the 15-16 season.

"I'd be lying if I said that it hasn't crossed my mind,'' Bryant said about considering retirement. "Right now I doubt it … but anything's possible."

Bryant believes the rest could extend his career and help him avoid another Achilles' tear.

"My body is hurting like crazy, around the clock, and if I don't want to do this anymore, I won't do it,'' said Bryant.