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Gabe Vincent  • PG  •  Lakers

Gabe Vincent Questionable With Knee Issue

Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent (knee) is considered questionable for Tuesday's matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder. He has been listed on the injury report with left knee effusion. If he can't shake off the questionable tag, Vincent would miss only his second game since the beginning of February. The backcourt may also be without Luka Doncic (groin) and Austin Reaves (ankle) on Tuesday night, freeing up a lot of playing time for the likes of Shake Milton, Jordan Goodwin, and Dalton Knecht.
Apr 8   
Dorian Finney-Smith  • PF  •  Lakers

Dorian Finney-Smith Questionable To Play Tuesday

Los Angeles Lakers forward/center Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) is on the injury report with a questionable designation ahead of Tuesday's encounter against the Oklahoma City Thunder. He could be absent from the lineup for the first time since March 20. However, Finney-Smith does not appear to be dealing with anything serious, with the team listing his injury as left ankle effusion. The Lakers may simply look to manage Finney-Smith's workload, as another game is scheduled for Wednesday night against the Dallas Mavericks. Jarred Vanderbilt might see more burn in the frontcourt in Tuesday's game, and there may even be another Markieff Morris sighting, considering Jaxson Hayes could be the only regular starter in the lineup.
Apr 8   
Rui Hachimura  • PF  •  Lakers

Rui Hachimura Out Against Thunder

Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (knee) will not be in action on Tuesday against the Oklahoma City Thunder. He is managing a knee issue and will be held out of the first leg of a back-to-back. There is a strong chance Hachimura will rejoin the lineup for Wednesday's matchup against the Dallas Mavericks. Hachimura's absence opens up a starting spot for Tuesday's game, but there are many uncertainties surrounding the Lakers squad, with half of the team listed on the injury report.
Apr 8   
Austin Reaves  • SG  •  Lakers

Austin Reaves Uncertain For Tuesday's Action

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (ankle) may exit the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, as the team has listed him as questionable on the injury report. Reaves has sprained his right ankle, which might cost him his fourth game since the start of March. The Lakers have a lengthy injury list, which includes LeBron James (groin) and Luka Doncic (groin), so the team may have a completely different look in Tuesday's contest. However, the squad could return to near full strength for the second leg of a back-to-back on Wednesday night against the Dallas Mavericks.
Apr 7   
LeBron James  • SF  •  Lakers

LeBron James Listed As Questionable For Tuesday

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (groin) is considered questionable for the first leg of a back-to-back on Tuesday against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The four-time MVP is managing a groin injury, which sidelined him for seven games last month. Since his return to the lineup, James has played in all nine games. Luka Doncic (groin) and Austin Reaves (ankle) are also iffy for Tuesday's game, meaning players such as Jordan Goodwin and Dalton Knecht may have much larger roles to play.
Apr 7   
Luka Dončić  • PG  •  Lakers

Luka Doncic Iffy For Tuesday

Los Angeles Lakers point guard Luka Doncic (groin) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's showdown against the Oklahoma City Thunder. He has been added to the injury report with a right groin strain and may take some time off to rest as the Lakers begin another back-to-back on Tuesday night. LeBron James (groin) and Austin Reaves (ankle) are also on the report as questionable, so the Lakers' bench may have a big role to play against the Thunder.
Apr 7   
LeBron James  • SF  •  Lakers

LeBron James Ready To Go Versus OKC

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (groin) is available for Sunday's meeting with OKC. The Lakers are hoping to lock up the No. 3 spot in the Western Conference. However, Los Angeles has a tough task on the horizon versus arguably the best team in the National Basketball Association. With that in mind, James struggled the last time he faced the Thunder back in November, finishing with only 12 points while committing five turnovers.
Apr 6   
Rui Hachimura  • PF  •  Lakers

Rui Hachimura Sidelined On Friday

Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports that Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (knee) won't play on Friday versus the New Orleans Pelicans. Hachimura will be out of action with a minor knee injury after finishing with 24 points, six rebounds, and three assists across 34 minutes on Thursday against Golden State. He will likely return on Sunday against Oklahoma City. While Hachimura is on the shelf, Dorian Finney-Smith and Dalton Knecht could see a fantasy boost with more minutes and extra scoring opportunities for tonight's matchup.
Apr 4   
LeBron James  • SF  •  Lakers

LeBron James Probable Thursday

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (groin) is considered probable for Thursday's game against the Golden State Warriors. James is set for another head-to-head battle against Stephen Curry despite being on the injury report with a left groin strain, which sidelined the Lakers superstar for seven games last month. Since returning, James has struggled with his shooting, going 43.4 percent from the field to average 18.7 points per game. He will attempt to regain form against a team that has struggled to contain him this season. Over three meetings with the Warriors, James has posted 32.7 points, 8.7 rebounds, and 10.0 assists with 57.1 percent three-point shooting.
Apr 3   
LeBron James  • SF  •  Lakers

LeBron James Ready To Play Against Rockets

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (groin) will play in Monday's matchup against the Houston Rockets. He has been upgraded from probable to available. This will be James' sixth consecutive appearance since returning from a groin strain. The four-time NBA champion has not reached his usual high standards since coming back, averaging 19.2 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 7.6 assists. James' scoring has been hampered by his poor 43.7 percent shooting efficiency. On Monday, James will face the league's fourth-most efficient defense, which may again hinder his offensive impact.
Apr 1   
LeBron James  • SF  •  Lakers

LeBron James Expected To Suit Up Monday

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (groin) is listed as probable ahead of Monday's game against the Houston Rockets. James has played in five straight games following a seven-game absence. He has been a regular on the injury report, but James usually does play. He doesn't appear to be impacted on the court by this groin issue, so fantasy managers should expect James to be out there. Fantasy managers should double check ahead of tip-off just in case something happens pre-game.
Mar 31   
Austin Reaves  • SG  •  Lakers

Austin Reaves Listed As Questionable For Saturday

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (ankle) is listed as questionable for Saturday's contest against the Memphis Grizzlies due to a right ankle sprain. Reaves has played in four consecutive contests despite the lingering ankle injury. Across 65 appearances this season, the 26-year-old is averaging 19.9 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 5.9 assists in 34.7 minutes per game. Should Reaves miss Saturday, 23-year-old rookie Dalton Knecht could see an uptick in minutes and scoring opportunities during the game.
Mar 28   
Rui Hachimura  • PF  •  Lakers

Rui Hachimura Not Listed On Injury Report For Saturday

Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (knee) isn't listed on the injury report for Saturday's matchup with the Memphis Grizzlies. Hachimura sat out the second leg of the Lakers back-to-back on Thursday against the Bulls, but it appears he will be good to go against the Grizzlies. The 27-year-old averaged 8.0 points and 3.0 rebounds in 23.3 minutes during his last three games. He was out of action for 12 consecutive contests due to a left knee injury and is building up his conditioning for heavier workloads down the stretch.
Mar 28   
Rui Hachimura  • PF  •  Lakers

Rui Hachimura Sits Out Meeting With Bulls

Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (knee) will exit the lineup for Thursday's clash against the Chicago Bulls. He only recently returned to action after missing time with a knee injury, and the team will keep Hachimura sidelined for this matchup after he played 28 minutes as a starter in Wednesday's win over the Indiana Pacers. Dorian Finney-Smith may land back in the starting unit on Thursday, with Jarred Vanderbilt and Jordan Goodwin also potentially getting extra work.
Mar 27   
LeBron James  • SF  •  Lakers

LeBron James Cleared To Suit Up On Wednesday

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (groin) is available for Wednesday's clash with the Pacers. The multi-time All-Star missed seven games because of a groin injury. However, he's played in the Lakers' last two games. Although it may take James another game or two to return to form, he's still a must-start in any fantasy format. On the other hand, DFS managers may want to consider other options, considering his rostering cost.
Mar 26   
Rui Hachimura  • PF  •  Lakers

Rui Hachimura Available And Starting Versus Indiana

Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (knee) will play and start on Wednesday against Indiana. The veteran was on the shelf for an extended period because of a knee injury. Fortunately, he's been available for Los Angeles' previous two contests. However, Hachimura has struggled since returning, combing for just 10 points during that span. He's also been limited to fewer than 24 minutes. While a crack at the starting lineup should increase Hachimura's chances of added production, the minutes cap still makes him a risky fantasy option on Wednesday night.
Mar 26   
LeBron James  • SF  •  Lakers

LeBron James On Track To Play Wednesday

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (groin) is listed as probable for Wednesday's visit to Indianapolis. James returned from a groin injury against the Chicago Bulls last week and looks 100 percent. He played without any restrictions on Monday night against the Orlando Magic, registering 24 points, six rebounds, and seven assists in 38 minutes. Wednesday's game marks the beginning of a back-to-back, so it will be interesting to see if James will also be available for Thursday's rematch against the Bulls.
Mar 26   
Rui Hachimura  • PF  •  Lakers

Rui Hachimura Will Face The Magic

Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (knee) is available for Monday's game in Orlando. The 26-year-old missed 12 games before returning for Saturday's loss to the Chicago Bulls. Unfortunately, he didn't do much, finishing with only five points in 17 minutes. With LeBron James (groin), Luka Doncic, and Austin Reaves available, Hachimura could struggle to find scoring opportunities against an Orlando team that has allowed a league-best 106.1 points per game this season, even if he plays more than he did on Saturday night.
Mar 24   
LeBron James  • SF  •  Lakers

LeBron James Good To Go On Monday

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (groin) is available for Monday's clash with the Magic. The 40-year-old suffered a strained groin during the March 8 loss to the Boston Celtics. As a result, he was sidelined for seven games. James returned for Saturday's loss to the Bulls, finishing with 17 points, six boards, four assists, and three steals. With that said, he could have trouble getting anything going on Monday versus a Magic team that has allowed only 106.1 points per game this season, the best mark in the NBA.
Mar 24   
LeBron James  • SF  •  Lakers

LeBron James Expected To Play On Monday

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (groin) is listed as probable ahead of Monday's game against the Orlando Magic. James made his return to the court on Saturday after missing the last seven games due to a groin issue. He finished with 17 points, six rebounds, and four assists across 31 minutes of action. The absence of James would mean a higher workload for Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and possibly Jarred Vanderbilt.
Mar 23   
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