The Lakers veteran says he will play in each of the team’s games through the end of the season, “unless something drastic happens," according to the team.
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Bryant, who is retiring after this season, has played in 57 of the team’s 73 games this year. The 20-year veteran is averaging 17.1 points per game on 36 percent shooting so far.
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The Lakers have four home games remaining, including their season finale April 13 against the Jazz — Bryant’s anticipated final game. They also will play at Utah, New Orleans, Houston and Oklahoma City in addition to one “away” game against the Clippers in Staples Center.
