 Complete the following phrase:  Bryant resumed practicing in November 2013, after the 20132014 season had already begun. On November 25, he signed a two-year contract extension with the Lakers at an estimated value of 48.5 million. He remained the leagues highest-paid player, although he accepted a discounted deal; he had been eligible to receive an extension starting at 32 million per year. Bryants contract became a polarizing topic, with detractors arguing that stars should take less money to allow their team more ficial freedom, while supporters countered that the NBAs biggest stars were being paid less than their true value. Bryant resumed playing on December 8 after missing the seasons first 19 games. On December 17, Bryant matched his season high of 21 points in a 9692 win over Memphis, but he suffered a lateral tibial plateau fracture in his left knee that was expected to sideline him for six weeks. He had played six games since returning from his Achilles injury, which included time at point guard after injuries to Nash, Steve Blake, and Jordan Farmar. Bryant was averaging 13.8 points, 6.3 assists, and 4.3 rebounds. Despite being sidelined, he was voted by fans to start in 