iStock/Thinkstock(LOS ANGELES) — Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant has a torn rotator cuff, the team announced on Monday. Dr. Neal ElAttrache of the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic confirmed the diagnosis, which was made last week.
The 16-time All-Star will undergo surgery to repair his shoulder on Wednesday. No timetable has been given for his return.
The 36-year-old Bryant injured his shoulder during the second half of the Lakers’ 96-80 loss to the Pelicans last Wednesday night in New Orleans, when he went for a two-handed slam dunk.
In 35 games this season, Bryant is averaging 22.3 points, 5.7 rebounds and 5.6 assists per game. Last season, he played in just six games because of injuries to his knee and Achilles.
Bryant has won five NBA championships during his 19-year career with the Lakers.
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