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Jackson: Kobe will play in opener
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Kobe Bryant wouldn't say Saturday if he'll play in the Lakers regular-season opener against the Phoenix Suns Tuesday night, but coach Phil Jackson said Bryant has told him he will be available.
The Lakers practised Saturday at Staples Center and Bryant participated in much of the session. Bryant has been recovering from right knee surgery and didn't play in any of the Lakers' exhibition games.
"He says he's going to play on Tuesday," Jackson said. "There's a disclaimer that he's doubtful. I'm sure that he'll make the correct decision. He came off the floor and he was sore, but he was on the court for a good hour and a half before he came off."
The last two days the Lakers had said that Bryant was "questionable to doubtful" for the first game of the season.
Bryant didn't give any indication after practice on his plans.
"I don't know," Bryant said. "I just take it day by day. It's kind of frustrating, cause every day kind of varies. Today it's a little sore."
Jackson said Bryant didn't go full tilt in practice, but did many of the skill drills. Jackson said the Lakers are prepared whether Bryant plays or not. Maurice Evans is the likely starter if Bryant sits.
Jackson, who underwent right hip-replacement surgery earlier this month, said he would coach the opener Tuesday night. He missed all the team's exhibition games.
He used a cane at practice and said he has a ways to go to be mobile and active. Jackson said it's possible that he might not make the trip to Golden State on Wednesday for the Lakers' second game.
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