The Black Mamba's recovery is going well and he should have the ability to play starter minutes immediately. Bryant said Sunday, "It's good," when the subject of his surgically-repaired right knee came up. One can envision that Kobe would've used this all-encompassing answer in 2003 if you asked him about his marital status.
His minutes will probably be limited in the first month or two. Look for 36-38 MPG and all-around production, but beware of falling FG% while he gets back into his cocky, swaggering groove. If the injury reveals itself to be something more serious, look to stash Shannon Brown.
Source: LA Times
