Kobe's 40 helps Lakers beat Pistons

Bryant, who struggled with an injured leg during the Lakers' loss to the Houston Rockets on Sunday, posted the 100th 40-point performance of his career.

“I did therapy around the clock just trying to get as healthy as I can to be productive,” Bryant told reporters after notching 40 points for the fourth time this season.

“It's a great feeling to think about where I started coming here at 17-years-old, to where we are today.”

Will Bynum scored a team-high 24 points for the Pistons, who cut into a 25-point deficit in the fourth quarter to close the gap to 98-91 with 1:54 left in the game.

Detroit (5-6) played without injured starters Richard Hamilton (ankle) and Tayshaun Prince (back).

The Lakers are sill awaiting the return of 7-footer Pau Gasol, who could be back on Thursday against the Chicago Bulls.

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