Kobe Bryant 81 Points vs Raptors January 2006
The night Kobe scored 81.
On January 22, 2006, Kobe Bryant scored a career-high 81 points, the third most in an NBA game.
Quick Facts
- Player
- Kobe Bryant
- Opponent
- Toronto Raptors
- Date
- January 22, 2006
- Points scored
- 81
- Field goals made-attempted
- 28 of 46
- Three pointers made-attempted
- 7 of 13
- Free throws made-attempted
- 18 of 20
Lore & Background
The Lakers trailed by 18 points in the first half and were down 63-49 at halftime. Kobe's scoring run began in the third quarter and they took the lead late in the third quarter.
Reader's Guide
Kobe Bryant scored 81 points against the Toronto Raptors on January 22, 2006, leading the Lakers to a comeback victory after a slow start.
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