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The starting guard, who has been out since April 2 after straining his left oblique, warmed up Friday but was eventually ruled out. So was Houston's Kevin Durant.

A 1997 Kobe Bryant Metal Universe Precious Metal Gems rookie trading card with a metallic green background sold for a record amount.

In his second season at the helm, he's proving he can make the adjustments necessary to beat Houston in a first-round playoff series.