Bynum’s Recovery Is On Track

ORLANDO, Fla. — Meanwhile, back at home . . .

Andrew Bynum continues to heal, which the Lakers will accept as an added pick-me-up while working their way through a 15-day trip.

Bynum was expected to be out at least eight weeks after sustaining a bone bruise in his left knee and a dislocation of his left kneecap Jan. 13 against Memphis. He would return the week of March 9 if he came back eight weeks from the time of the injury.

“That was kind of the thought when the injury happened,” Lakers spokesman John Black said Friday. “We have no reason to change that right now. We will continue to monitor it.

“As far as the swelling goes, it looks more normal. He’s definitely not running or jogging, but he’s continuing treatment.”

Bynum was averaging 13.1 points, 10.2 rebounds and 2.1 blocked shots a game when he got hurt.

Source: Los Angeles Times.