Kobe Bryant Hits Fadeaway, Looks Impressive In Scrimmages

Corey Hansford
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After the morning session of practice today, the Los Angeles Lakers took part in a scrimmage which represented the media’s first look at Kobe Bryant in action. If the videos posted are any indication, Bryant looks just fine.

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The Lakers posted a number of videos on their Vine account showcasing the Lakers scrimmage, in particular Bryant. Here are the clips:

Kobe Bryant layup off a nice Nash assist and Jordan Hill also knocks down a jumper:

Kobe goes baseline for an easy jumper:

Kobe took young Jordan Clarkson to school in the post with a classic fadeaway:

Not just scoring, but passing as well as Kobe sets Steve Nash up for the short jumper:

Doing work without the ball, Kobe comes off a screen to nail a jumper from the top of the key:

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Corey Hansford is the Senior Editor for Lakers Nation, as well as a contributor for Dodger Blue, Rams News Wire, and Raiders News Wire. He is a passionate follower of the Los Angeles Lakers, Dallas Cowboys, Los Angeles Dodgers, Chelsea FC, and the UFC. He can usually be seen arguing the merits of Kobe Bryant or cursing the decisions of Jerry Jones. He is also a former producer and associate producer for Sirius XM Sports Radio on both the Fantasy Sports Channel and College Sports Nation. Proud graduate of Long Beach Poly High School and The Real HU, Howard University, with a degree in Broadcast Journalism. Follow him on all social media outlets at @TheeCoreyH.