Bryant sprained his ankle in the final seconds of his team’s loss to Atlanta on Wednesday. The injury occurred after he landed on Hawks guard Dahntay Jones’ foot. Needless to say, Bryant was not happy about Jones coming up under him or the no-call on the play.

How did Kobe Bryant sprain his ankle?

Bryant sprained his ankle in the final seconds of his team’s loss to Atlanta on Wednesday. The injury occurred after he landed on Hawks guard Dahntay Jones’ foot. Needless to say, Bryant was not happy about Jones coming up under him or the no-call on the play.

How long did it take Kobe to recover from Achilles tear?

Update 2 p.m.: Lakers guard Kobe Bryant underwent surgery to repair a ruptured Achilles tendon at 1 p.m. today—less than 16 hours after he was injured during last night’s game at Staples Center vs. Golden State. Lakers head athletic trainer Gary Vitti estimated the recovery time at six to nine months.

Which injury did Kobe Bryant suffer?

Monday is the anniversary of Kobe Bryant tearing his Achilles tendon and staying in the game to make two free throws before walking off the court.

How long was Kobe out with a high ankle sprain?

LOS ANGELES — Kobe Bryant will miss at least five games with a severely sprained right ankle, but the Los Angeles Lakers said Friday they won’t know exactly how long he’ll be out for another 72 hours.

Who injured Kobe ankle?

As the clock hit five seconds, Bryant dribbled to the baseline and pulled up for a fadeaway jumper. The shot rimmed off, and Bryant’s left foot landed on Jones’ right foot, as the Hawks’ guard closely contested the potential game-tying shot.

What age was Kobe when he tore his Achilles?

Even at 34 and with a hand full of rings, the Black Mamba was never satisfied.

What shoe did Kobe tear his Achilles in?

Nike Kobe 8
Sneaker enthusiasts and Kobe Bryant fans will remember the Nike Kobe 8 for being the shoe worn when Bryant tore his Achilles.

Was Kobe injured in 2000?

In Game 4 of the 2000 Finals, Kobe Bryant guided the Lakers past the Pacers in overtime. The Play: Kobe Bryant went from missing most of Game 2 and all of Game 3 with a sprained ankle to playing 47 of a possible 53 minutes and scoring 28 points as the Lakers beat the Pacers, 120-118, in overtime in Indianapolis.