O'Bryant forms exit strategy

Oakland Tribune;  February 28, 2008 ;     653 words ......season, but didn't exactly light up at the prospect. O'Bryant said his agent, Andy Miller, reported that a few teams...Warriors would have had to get something out of it, too," O'Bryant said. "I would have liked to have gone somewhere and played...unlikely. Perhaps no moment has better encapsulated ...

Jackson concerned about Bryant's lack of focus

Daily Breeze;  October 27, 2007 ;     404 words ...By Rich Hammond STAFF WRITER Kobe Bryant showed up for training camp and declared himself...Jackson issued a subtle, but biting, critique of Bryant's effort this month, one in which the coach said Bryant has not succeeded in "mentally getting himself...

Lakers' Bryant gets a break from the full-court press.

The Dallas Morning News (via Knight-Ridder/Tribune News Service);  December 4, 2003 ;     700+ words ...Byline: Chuck Carlton SAN ANTONIO _ Kobe Bryant's status as the most scrutinized celebrity...when another hot one comes along. When Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers play these...not his pending sexual assault trial. Bryant is one of four elite players showcased...

Lakers' Bryant gets a break from the full-court press.(The Dallas Morning...

Knight Ridder/Tribune News Service;  December 4, 2003 ;     700+ words ...Byline: Chuck Carlton SAN ANTONIO _ Kobe Bryant's status as the most scrutinized celebrity...when another hot one comes along. When Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers play these...not his pending sexual assault trial. Bryant is one of four elite players showcased...

LAKERS NOTEBOOK: BRYANT NOW HAS A SHORTER FUSE.(Sports)

Daily News (Los Angeles, CA);  January 1, 2001 ;     460 words ...Byline: Howard Beck Staff Writer Kobe Bryant already had the quick first step, the...tongue, the refusal to back down. These are Bryant's weapons against referees, and they're lethal only to him. Bryant has become increasingly confrontational...

Bryant in the midst of season full of trials.

Orange County Register (Santa Ana, CA);  February 15, 2004 ;     700+ words ...Byline: Kevin Ding LOS ANGELES _ Kobe Bryant lit a fire with his cold stare last week...coach next season. Two days later, though, Bryant's eyes were bright as he told another...after the Lakers had lost to Houston, Bryant was asked to clarify his truest feelings...

Bryant in the midst of season full of trials.(The Orange County Register)

Knight Ridder/Tribune News Service;  February 15, 2004 ;     700+ words ...Byline: Kevin Ding LOS ANGELES _ Kobe Bryant lit a fire with his cold stare last week...coach next season. Two days later, though, Bryant's eyes were bright as he told another...after the Lakers had lost to Houston, Bryant was asked to clarify his truest feelings...

LAKERS NOTEBOOK: BRYANT ALMOST SET TO GAME-TEST KNEE.(Sports)

Daily News (Los Angeles, CA);  October 31, 2003 ;     501 words ......Writer EL SEGUNDO - Knee willing, Kobe Bryant will make the most anticipated debut of...hostile fans, but possibly judgmental ones. Bryant grew ``a little more confident'' in his...If he plays that night, it will mark Bryant's first appearance in an arena not stocked...

Bryant more than just shooting star

The Boston Globe;  November 23, 1997 ;     700+ words ......getting more minutes and is developing fast. West said Bryant's defense has come a long way, evidenced Tuesday against...both No. 8's on the roster. The Celtics could have taken Bryant in the draft and were, in fact, mesmerized by his workout...meanwhile, had a deal with Charlotte (Vlade Divac for ...

LAKERS: JACKSON GIVES BRYANT CRITIQUE.(Sports)

Daily News (Los Angeles, CA);  October 28, 2007 ;     532 words ......HAMMOND Staff Writer EL SEGUNDO -- Kobe Bryant showed up for training camp and declared...issued a subtle, but biting, critique of Bryant's effort this month, one in which the coach said Bryant has not succeeded in mentally getting himself...

Bryant tries to give his team a lift

Daily Breeze;  May 24, 2002 ;     592 words ...Bryant tries to give his team a lift Kobe Bryant was running on empty Thursday afternoon at Staples Center...three liters of intravenous fluid. "I feel a lot better," Bryant said after running drills followingpractice. "I was able...

Bryant on tape: I'm innocent

Telegraph - Herald (Dubuque);  September 17, 2004 ;     578 words ......he was accused of rape, NBA star Kobe Bryant insisted the sex was consensual, that...reputation. "It was totally consensual," Bryant said of the encounter. A transcript of...fellow investigator Doug Winters talked to Bryant for about 75 minutes in the parking lot...

O'Neal to Bryant: It's My Team; Lakers Stars Have Difference of Opinion as...

The Washington Post;  October 27, 2003 ;     353 words ...-- After watching Kobe Bryant force his shot in two exhibition games...bit of advice Sunday. O'Neal suggested Bryant not press so hard, "not really do too...it was unwanted advice. In essence, Bryant said O'Neal should mind his own business...

BRYANT ALL JAZZED UP IN VICTORY SCORES 52 POINTS IN LAKERS' ROUT OF UTAH...

Daily News (Los Angeles, CA);  December 1, 2006 ;     597 words ......SILER Staff Writer The last time Kobe Bryant had a game like he did Thursday night...record to Staples Center. That didn't stop Bryant from delivering a performance not seen...81-point game against Toronto in January. Bryant scored 52 points in three quarters, before...

BRYANT, LAKERS ARE GIMPY PORTLAND 102, LAKERS 90.(Sports)

Daily News (Los Angeles, CA);  October 31, 2002 ;     617 words ......Beck Staff Writer PORTLAND, Ore. - Kobe Bryant rolled his ankle and heard a crunch. Probably...crushed under the weight of too much misery. Bryant rolled his ankle early Wednesday night...the second time in two nights 102-90. Bryant and George insist their respective ankles...