Kobe Bryant: Has Viral Infection

Bryant probably has a viral infection and was "feeling achy" before Friday's game, Mark Medina of the LA Daily News reports. "It's the first I faced this type of challenge in my career," Bryant said. "Honestly I don't know. I'll think about it and talk to the great team of therapists and figure it out."

Analysis:

The 19-year veteran was ominous about whether he would continue to try to play through the ailment after he shot 1-for-14 Friday (his worst shooting performance while making at least one shot of his career). Owners should consider Bryant day-to-day, and it would not be surprising to see him miss a game or more as he tries to get right and avoid another embarrassing night from the field.