Bryant a game-time decision vs. Heat

After sitting out for three of the past four games, Kobe Bryant seemed rested enough that he participated in 90 minutes of the Lakers' two-hour practice on Monday that entailed light shooting and half-court drills.

"He looked more focused," Lakers forward Nick Young said of Bryant.

But will that prove enough for Bryant to return when the Lakers (12-26) host the Miami Heat (16-21) at Staples Center? Lakers coach Byron Scott said he will "pencil" Bryant in, but will not make a final decision until he sees the how 36-year-old feels following both morning shootaround and shortly before tipoff.