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"NBA superstar Kobe Bryant suffered a devastating injury recently, but he's been putting on a social-media clinic since. Byrant ruptured his left achilles during a game Friday night, ending his season and throwing a serious wrench into the Lakers' playoff plans. But his injury is significant in the bigger picture, too. At 34 and with some serious mileage on his body, it could end Bryant's time with Lakers - and, though unlikely, his career. While he's been sidelined on the court, however, Bryant's been more active than ever online. Whether tweeting encouragement to teammates, joining unexpected platforms or sharing surprisingly candid thoughts, the NBA legend has proved he's now a social media all-star, as well. SEE ALSO: Kevin Ware Tweets the Most Inspiring Pic You'll See Today But Bryant's social media surge isn't just a blueprint for sports stars and celebrities; it also contains examples that regular folks would be wise to pick up on. Below are five lessons we can all learn from Bryant's digital tour de force."