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Kobe Bryant and
Travis Knight Injured
Kobe Bryant and Travis Knight, who suffered injuries in last night's Lakers vs. Wizards
pre-season game in Kansas City, were examined this morning by team doctors at the
Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic.
Bryant has a fractured fourth metacarpal in his right hand. He will wear a cast and will
be out a minimum of six weeks. Bryant was examined by team doctor Steve Lombardo and hand
specialist Dr. Norman Zemel.
Knight has a severely sprained right ankle and is expected to miss 3-4 weeks, but will be
re-evaluated on a weekly basis. Knight was examined by Dr. Lombardo and foot and ankle
specialist Dr. Phillip Kwong.
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