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Kobe Bryant To Operate Offense From Below Free Throw Line

Corey Hansford
Published: 10/05/2014
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Coming into this season, it is well known that Kobe Bryant plans on adjusting his game to compensate for his diminishing athleticism and two leg injuries suffered over the last two seasons.

Bryant’s footwork has long been lauded as some of the best in the NBA and that makes Kobe extremely difficult to deal with in the post. Head coach Byron Scott recognizes this and wants Kobe to operate in that area according to Lakers reporter Mike Trudell:

Scott likes Kobe operating below the FT line extended, where he’s been dominating practice. Can run O through him from there.

— Mike Trudell (@LakersReporter) October 5, 2014

This move makes sense on numerous levels as it allows Bryant to work from a comfortable area. It will also take advantage of Bryant’s passing ability as he could force double teams from that area.

Also of note is that Carlos Boozer excels from the free throw line and can make 15-foot jumpers with ease. His ability to work from that area makes it easy for Bryant to go down low.

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The Lakers will need a number of players to step up offensively, especially with Nick Young being out for a while with a torn ligament in his thumb. Getting Kobe the ball, especially on the post where he is so dominant, is a great first option for the Lakers every time down the floor.

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Lakers Practice: Kobe Bryant Reacts To Nick Young’s Injury


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ByCorey Hansford
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.
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