An MRI revealed that Andrew Bynum’s elbow injury was only a strain, news that no doubt comes as a gigantic relief to the Los Angeles Lakers, who have seen Bynum miss significant chunks of the last two seasons. The L.A. Times reports:
MRI Reveals Strained Elbow, Bynum Doubtful For Friday’s Game Vs. Memphis
Lakers center Andrew Bynum is doubtful for Friday’s game against Memphis after an MRI exam today showed a strained right elbow. Bynum was injured when he was fouled across the arm by center Chuck Hayes in overtime of the Lakers’ 103-102 victory Wednesday against Houston.
Bynum said he was relieved that the injury wasn’t “too serious.” He had better range of motion this afternoon after being unable to use his right arm while getting dressed after Wednesday night’s game.
He said he wasn’t sure if he would play Sunday against New Orleans.
If Bynum and Gasol cannot play Friday, DJ Mbenga would probably get the start at center against rugged Grizzlies center Marc Gasol. Going with a small lineup, and Lamar Odom at center, is also a possibility.
Meanwhile, Yahoo! Sports’ Kelly Dwyer weighs in with an apt observation:
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