When Kobe Bryant missed last night’s Lakers-Heat game, I figured he’d play the other leg of the back-to-back.
But a sore back will keep him out against the Magic tonight, too.
Mike Trudell of Lakers.com:
Kobe Bryant (back) is out tonight in Orlando, the second straight game he will miss.
— Mike Trudell (@LakersReporter) November 11, 2015
Scott said he has a feeling that Kobe may be able to play on Friday, but will see how the back progresses tomorrow.
— Mike Trudell (@LakersReporter) November 11, 2015
The Lakers’ upcoming schedule – four games in six days in four cities – is fairly grueling:
- Today: at Magic
- Friday: at Mavericks
- Sunday: vs. Pistons
- Monday: at Suns
There’s no great opportunity for Kobe to return without facing travel and another game shortly after.
It’s hard out there for an injury-riddled 37-year-old.