Based on ESPN's reporting of Rob Pelinka lying, here's his exact quote about the Kobe-Ledger story:
Houston Rockets tribute to Tracy McGrady
(2001 All-Star Game) Kobe Bryant/Stephen Marbury shootout over the game's final 60 seconds
Kobe Bryant & Dwight Howard get tangled up, Kobe says "try me" & calls Dwight "soft"