# Gary Vitti | NBA Injuries Explained

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Podcast: [Byron Scott's Fast Break](https://stenobird.com/podcast/byron-scott-s-fast-break-6997398)
Published: 2026-03-23T11:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Gary Vitti breaks down the NBA’s injury epidemic and what really goes into recovering from an Achilles tear, using Kobe Bryant as the blueprint. Plus, the story of Phil Jackson snapping at Matt Damon courtside and how Kobe called his shot long before five championships. In this episode of Byron Scott’s Fast Break, longtime Lakers trainer Gary Vitti brings a rare level of detail and perspective to the conversation around injuries in today’s NBA, explaining the physical and mental demands of returning from an Achilles tear and why so few players truly get it right. Drawing from his experience with Kobe Bryant, Vitti highlights the discipline, structure, and decision-making that define elite recovery at the highest level. The conversation also dives into unforgettable moments from the Lakers sideline, including a hilarious and intense story of Phil Jackson going off on a group of celebrity Celtics fans, and a look back at Kobe’s early confidence when he predicted his championship future. It’s a mix of high-level basketball insight, untold stories, and the kind of behind-the-scenes perspective that only someone with decades inside the NBA can deliver. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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