Kobe Returns, But Lakers Still Lose to Suns

Kobe Bryant returned to the Lakers' lineup last night after resting the whole week and put up a near triple-double of 10 points, 8 rebounds, and 7 assists, but the Lakers couldn't pull away a victory at home against the streaking Suns as they beat the Lakers at Staples 116-107. Jeremy Lin was the Lakers' top performer as he scored 19 points, 3 rebounds, and 2 assists on an efficient 8-11 shooting off the bench, finally getting out of his slump. Nick Young was still the top scorer of the 2nd unit, tallying up 21 points. Wesley Johnson added 14 points, Ed Davis added a near double-double with 11 points and 8 rebounds, and Ronnie Price added 10 points to round out the starters in double figures.

Final Score: vs. Phoenix 116-107 [L]
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Next Game: @ Denver (12/30)