Kobe Bryant (knee) traveled to Germany recently to undergo Orthokine treatment on his right knee, Sporting News reports.

Bryant (knee) traveled to Germany recently to undergo Orthokine treatment on his right knee, Sporting News reports.

Analysis:

Bryant will undergo a platelet-rich plasma treatment geared toward keeping his surgically repaired knee as spry as possible as the 2014-15 season approaches. It's a treatment he's undergone multiple times in the past since injuries started to become a major issue a few seasons ago. Bryant is also recovering from a tibial fracture but is expected to be ready for the start of the season. It's unclear just how large of a role he'll have right away, with new head coach Byron Scott recently indicating Bryant may be placed on a minutes restriction while he works his way back into game shape.