Bryant helps Lakers beat Cleveland 97-92

Kobe Bryant delivered his third-straight 40-point NBA game on Friday, scoring 42 as the Los Angeles Lakers held off the Cleveland Cavaliers 97-92

Kobe Bryant delivered his third-straight 40-point NBA game on Friday, scoring 42 as the Los Angeles Lakers held off the Cleveland Cavaliers 97-92.

Pau Gasol added 19 points and 10 rebounds for the Lakers, who gave head coach Mike Brown the victory in his first game against his former team.

The Lakers have won five straight and improved to 9-4 overall and to 8-1 at their home arena of Staples Center.

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