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Report: Kobe Bryant is questionable for Friday's game vs. Mavericks

Published Nov. 12, 2015 3:22 p.m. ET

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Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant is listed as questionable for the team's matchup with the Dallas Mavericks, according to the Los Angeles Daily News.

Bryant is dealing with back soreness, which caused him to miss the Lakers' back-to-back games against the Miami Heat and Orlando Magic just days after he told Lakers coach Byron Scott his goal was to play in all 82 games of what likely could be his final season.

Bryant expressed his desire to play in Friday's game, but said it depends on the status of his back, as he doesn't want to do further damage that could keep him out longer:

(h/t Silver Screen and Roll)