Kobe Bryant SG/SF FA Wed 3/23/16 8:36 PM
Kobe Bryant
SG/SF FA
Bryant (shoulder) will play in Wednesday's tilt with the Suns, Mark Medina of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.
EDGE Analysis
Bryant was questionable heading into this one, and will almost certainly remain day-to-day going forward. However, he will take the court in his last trip to Phoenix. Kobe played 30 minutes Tuesday in Memphis, so it is unclear if he will play take on his normal workload given it being the second half of a road back-to-back.
Kobe Bryant SG/SF FA Wed 3/23/16 3:33 PM
Kobe Bryant
SG/SF FA
Bryant (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's matchup with the Suns, Mark Medina of the LA Daily News reports.
EDGE Analysis
Bryant has essentially been questionable on a game-to-game basis since the All-Star break, but he played in Tuesday's win over Memphis after sitting the previous two games. The 37-year-old hasn't played in both games of a back-to-back set in more than a month, however, so it remains to be seen whether he'll give it a go Wednesday.
Kobe Bryant SG/SF FA Wed 3/23/16 8:38 AM
Kobe Bryant
SG/SF FA
Bryant (shoulder) had 20 points (7-18 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), two rebounds, one assist, one steal, and one block in 30 minutes during the Lakers' 107-100 win against the Grizzlies on Tuesday.
EDGE Analysis
Bryant did commit four turnovers and four fouls, but it was still a decent showing considering he had been held out for the two previous contests. Bryant has appeared in just five of the last 11 games, with averages of 15.4 points on 43 percent shooting, 2.6 rebounds, and 1.4 assists to 1.6 turnovers in 25 minutes this month.
Kobe Bryant SG/SF FA Tue 3/22/16 2:12 PM
Kobe Bryant
SG/SF FA
Head coach Byron Scott said Bryant (shoulder) will be in the lineup for Tuesday's game against Memphis.
EDGE Analysis
Bryant has been scratched late from the past two games due to the shoulder injury, but it seems he'll be good to go on Tuesday night. His sore shoulder has been affecting him a lot as of late, and it's unclear how much he will actually play. DFS owners should exercise caution in picking Bryant for this reason.
Kobe Bryant SG/SF FA Mon 3/21/16 3:24 PM
Kobe Bryant
SG/SF FA
Bryant (shoulder) is considered questionable to play Tuesday against the Grizzlies, the Los Angeles Times reports.
EDGE Analysis
Bryant received yet another "50-50" designation from coach Byron Scott regarding his availability Tuesday, but he's been scratched from the Lakers' past two games after initially positive pre-game indications. As a result, it wouldn't be surprising if Bryant misses another contest due to his lingering shoulder injury, but his status will have to be confirmed prior to the game.
Kobe Bryant SG/SF FA Fri 3/18/16 7:26 PM
Kobe Bryant
SG/SF FA
Bryant (shoulder) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Suns, Mike Trudell of TWC SportsNet reports.
EDGE Analysis
Despite being listed as probable earlier Friday, Bryant has been ruled out for the Lakers' matchup with the Suns. With Bryant sidelined, Jordan Clarkson, Lou Williams, and Nick Young could all pick up additional minutes. Bryant will have three full days off after Friday to rest his sore shoulder before the Lakers return to the floor Tuesday against Memphis.
Kobe Bryant SG/SF FA Fri 3/18/16 2:18 PM
Kobe Bryant
SG/SF FA
Bryant (shoulder) told coach Byron Scott that he thinks he'll play in Friday's game against the Suns, The Arizona Republic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Bryant's status ultimately won't be confirmed until prior to tipoff, but it sounds like he'll be back in action Friday. Should that transpire, Bryant would reclaim his starting position from teammate Metta World Peace.
Kobe Bryant SG/SF FA Thu 3/17/16 4:15 PM
Kobe Bryant
SG/SF FA
Bryant (shoulder) is considered questionable for Friday's game against Phoenix, Mark Medina of the LA Daily News reports.
EDGE Analysis
Bryant continues to deal with the nagging shoulder soreness that's plagued him for much of the season. The 37-year-old sat out Tuesday's loss to the Kings, but even with four days off since his last game (Sunday), he remains questionable to return Friday. Coach Byron Scott called Bryant "50-50," so the decision may end up being a game-time call.
Kobe Bryant SG/SF FA Tue 3/15/16 2:45 PM
Kobe Bryant
SG/SF FA
Bryant is officially ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Kings, Mark Medina of the L.A. Daily News reports.
EDGE Analysis
Bryant was originally a game-time decision for Tuesday's game, but now it seems Metta World Peace will start in his place, and Bryant will sit out. He's been dealing with a sore shoulder and many other minor issues during the 2015-16 season. Bryant's sitting out is likely just to rest, as he will surely want to continue on his farewell tour, as his last season comes closer to a close. His next chance to play will be Friday, against the Suns.
Kobe Bryant SG/SF FA Tue 3/15/16 2:09 PM
Kobe Bryant
SG/SF FA
Bryant is considered questionable to play Tuesday against Sacramento, Mike Bresnahan of the LA Times reports.
EDGE Analysis
Bryant is a "50-50" call to play, per coach Byron Scott, which has been a common designation for the future hall-of-famer in recent weeks. While Bryant isn't dealing with an injury, he's been plagued by a sore shoulder and other minor ailments throughout the season. With little on the line at this point, outside of the final weeks of his farewell tour, it's certainly possible Bryant could opt to rest Tuesday night. However, a decision likely won't come until close to game-time, making the veteran a risky daily play.