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Kobe Bryant calls chances 'slim' he plays against Dallas Mavericks

The Lakers gave it another go without Kobe Bryant, but this time it didn't pan out so well. They might have to do so again on the second half of their back-to-back.

By Drew Garrison Dec 26, 2014, 10:05am PST

The Silver Screen & Roll Tweetbag is a collection of quotes, highlights and our caption contest posted after every Los Angeles Lakers game. Take a look around, drop a caption in the comments, and enjoy your stay!

The tweets

Scott: "Anybody that really insinuated that we were better without [Kobe], they’re just ridiculous."
— Baxter Holmes (@BaxterHolmes) December 26, 2014

He called the chances "slim," but we'll see. RT @jnunez1981: @LakersReporter do u know if @kobebryant will play tomorrow vs @dallasmavs ??
— Mike Trudell (@LakersReporter) December 26, 2014

Byron Scott called the Bulls the best East team Lakers have played thus far. Haven't played Cleveland yet
— Mark Medina (@MarkG_Medina) December 26, 2014

Pau Gasol on Kobe: "I want him to be healthy and want him to be ready." On Lakers: "It's difficult to see them struggle."
— Mark Medina (@MarkG_Medina) December 26, 2014

Pau Gasol called tonight's game "weird" and "emotional." But he said it would've been "more difficult" had Kobe been playing
— Mark Medina (@MarkG_Medina) December 26, 2014