Kobe Bryant did not participate in practice Friday but said he will play Saturday against the Spurs, Mark Medina of the LA Daily News reports.

Bryant did not participate in practice Friday but said he will play Saturday against the Spurs, Mark Medina of the LA Daily News reports.

Analysis:

Bryant was absent Friday for maintenance purposes, as the Lakers continue to monitor the 37-year-old's workload. In Thursday's win over the Pelicans, Bryant finished with 27 points and 12 rebounds in 32 minutes, and he's now amassed 65 points over his last two contests. Expect to see him at his usual starting small forward spot Saturday night.