Fantasy Update
Dec 6, 2013
Rotoworld
Kobe Bryant (Achilles) announced on his Facebook page his return to the lineup will be Sunday against the Raptors.
Dec 3, 2013
ESPN Fantasy Basketball
Tom Carpenter discusses what to do with injured players such as Anthony Davis, Deron Williams, Paul Pierce, Kobe Bryant and others.
Sacramento Bee 6 hours ago
NBA Beat: Bryant returns to action with dominance in doubt
Kobe Bryant’s video announcing his return tonight against the Toronto Raptors featured his jersey surviving different climates, or you might say, weathering storms. Kobe Bryant, left, talks to Lakers teammate Nick Young before a preseason game against Denver in Ontario, Calif., in October. The Lakers, who are 10-9 without Bryant, have to figure out how he will fit into the mix as he returns from Achilles surgery.
Lakers Blog | Orange County Register 8 hours ago
Bryant's return could affect team dynamics
EL SEGUNDO – Despite the excitement surrounding Kobe Bryant’s return, keeping the Lakers running smoothly is not going to be easy when the star guard returns to the lineup Sunday. First there’s the process of integrating Bryant into the...
Toronto Sun 11 hours ago
Raptors focused on themselves, not Kobe Bryant's return
The day before the NBA welcomes back the Black Mamba, one of the defining players of the league for more than a decade and a half, the team that hopes to play foil to the legend’s return is far more concerned about itself.
Orange County Register 11 hours ago
Heisler: Moment (most) Laker fans have been waiting for
Welcome back, Kobe! Dress warmly if you’re going to Sunday’s game because a chill like an Arctic front will go down the back of Lakerdom when they introduce Kobe Bryant. Yes, it’s the moment Laker fans have waited for ... or at least most Laker...
Los Angeles Times 12 hours ago
Kobe Bryant rejoins Lakers — minute details to be determined
Kobe Bryant's minutes will be limited at first as he returns from Achilles' injury. Still, he'll have a domino effect on Lakers roster.One question is answered: Kobe Bryant will return to the court Sunday night against Toronto at Staples Center.
Lakers Now | Los Angeles Times 15 hours ago
Mike D'Antoni: Kobe Bryant won't be 'above the rim' for a while
Kobe Bryant went through a brief but symbolic practice Saturday, his final step before returning from a torn Achilles' tendon.
Lakers Now | Los Angeles Times 20 hours ago
Mike D'Antoni has coached the Lakers to success without Kobe Bryant
When the Lakers floundered last season, it was easy to blame Coach Mike D'Antoni.
Silver Screen and Roll 20 hours ago
The Credits: "The M[amba] Returns"- Lakers Links
Kobe Bryant, in a dramatic Facebook video, announces his return on Sunday vs. the Toronto Raptors Lakers News Kobe Bryant of Los Angeles Lakers to make season debut Sunday - ESPN Los Angeles The Lakers dramatically announce Kobe's return | December | 2013 NBA - 5-on-5: Kobe Bryant's return - ESPN Nash not likely to join Bryant on Sunday - Los Angeles Lakers Blog - ESPN Los Angeles Kobe Bryant announces via Facebook that he will return to Lakers on Sunday vs. Raptors | Ball Don't Lie - Yahoo Sports Mike D'Antoni to Lakers players: Don't become voyeurs when Kobe Bryant returns - Yahoo...
Los Angeles Times Dec 7, 2013
Kobe Bryant says he'll be back Sunday, and Lakers take a step forward
Kobe Bryant, out since April with torn Achilles' tendon, will play Sunday vs. Toronto. Lakers go to 10-9 without him, beating Kings. The long, painful wait and the guessing are over.
Sacramento Bee Dec 7, 2013
Lakers’ Bryant to make season debut Sunday
The media crush that was expected for Friday’s game against the Los Angeles Lakers calmed considerably when it became known Kobe Bryant would not make his season debut at Sleep Train Arena.
Orange County Register Dec 7, 2013
Lakers escape Sacramento with 106-100 win
SACRAMENTO - Barring surprise or setback, Friday's 106-100 marked the Lakers' final game without Kobe Bryant. And one more time, this ragtag bunch in the purple and gold showed how they've been able to hold things down throughout his recovery from a...
Orange County Register Dec 7, 2013
Bryant ready to make his return Sunday
SACRAMENTO - Kobe Bryant won’t descend from the heavens Sunday, although he’s known for arriving at Staples Center by helicopter. He won’t be backlit by a shimmering aureole, nor will a John Williams-led orchestra strike up a dramatic score...
Toronto Star Dec 6, 2013
NBA: Lakers’ Kobe Bryant will play Sunday against Raptors
Bryant hasn’t played this season while recovering from a torn Achilles tendon.
National Post Dec 6, 2013
Los Angeles Lakers’ Kobe Bryant to make return from Achilles injury on Sunday against Toronto Raptors
The Lakers expect to have Kobe Bryant back in their lineup when they face the Toronto Raptors on Sunday
Arizona Republic Dec 6, 2013
Kobe Bryant announces he'll play Sunday for Lakers
Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant will return to the court Sunday against the Toronto Raptors, he announced on his Facebook page Friday afternoon.Out since tearing his left Achilles tendon April 12, the 2007-08 NBA MVP and 15-time NBA All-Star posted a video leading into finally announcing a return date. He has been practicing with the team as he rebuilds strength in the Achilles.
