Kobe Bryant(notes) has struggled with consistency late

Kobe Bryant(notes) has struggled with consistency late in the season and it is essential for him
to get back in his groove as the playoffs approach. Bryant has shot below 40 percent in three of
the last five games and his shooting touch has been off in the last 10 games despite averaging 27
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This is the sixth and final installment of our 2011 NBA Awards coverage. You can also read about
the MVP, Rookie of the Year, Most Improved Player, Coach of the Year and Defensive Player of the
Year awards.
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