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.
Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (knee) is listed as questionable ahead of Monday's game against the Orlando Magic. Hachimura made his return to the court on Saturday following a 12-game absence due to a left knee injury. He finished with five points, two rebounds, and one steal across 18 minutes of action. The Lakers said they plan to limit Hachimura while they build him back up over the next few games. If active, Hachimura won't be an ideal fantasy option until he's back to full speed. The Lakers would likely use a committee approach to fill the void if Hachimura sits out.
Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (knee) is available to play ahead of Saturday's game against the Chicago Bulls. Hachimura is back in action following a 12-game absence due to a left knee injury. Head coach JJ Redick said that Hachimura will be on a minutes limit on Saturday. The expectation is that Hachimura will play around 20 minutes for the first few games while he ramps back up. Fantasy managers in season-long formats can get him active, but he won't be an ideal DFS option for Saturday's slate.
According to Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com, Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (knee) is unavailable for Thursday's matchup with the Milwaukee Bucks. Hachimura will miss his 12th consecutive contest due to left knee patellar tendinopathy. The 27-year-old could be back in action soon, though, as he's returned to 3-on-3 work during practice. His next chance to make his long-awaited return is Saturday against the Bulls. However, since he's been out for over three weeks, the Lakers may ease Hachimura back into play, limiting his fantasy appeal.
Rui Hachimura Has Progressed To Three-On-Three Work
Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (knee) will miss a 10th consecutive game on Monday against the San Antonio Spurs but is progressing in his recovery from left knee tendinopathy. Before Monday's game, Lakers head coach JJ Redick told reporters that Hachimura has progressed to three-on-three work. The Japanese forward remains day-to-day. Hachimura's next chance to return will be a back-to-back set on Wednesday and Thursday against the Denver Nuggets and Milwaukee Bucks. Considering he has been out for three weeks, the Lakers may ease Hachimura back into action, limiting his fantasy appeal.
Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports that Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (knee) was sent back to Los Angeles and will be considered day-to-day by head coach JJ Redick moving forward. Hachimura, along with LeBron James (groin) and Jaxson Hayes (knee), are returning to Los Angeles early from a Lakers road trip that still includes stops in Milwaukee and Denver. The 27-year-old Hachimura has missed six consecutive contests, but his recovery is moving in the right direction. Barring any setbacks, he could potentially return against the Suns on Sunday.
Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (knee) will miss Friday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers and currently has no timetable for his return. Hachimura was injured during Thursday's matchup with the Minnesota Timberwolves and was diagnosed with a left knee strain. According to Lakers head coach JJ Redick, Hachimura underwent imaging on his knee on Friday. He added that the team is "optimistic" about Hachimura's injury. Dorian Finney-Smith will take Hachimura's place in the starting lineup against the Clippers.
Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (calf) will be available against the Washington Wizards on Thursday. He has received an upgrade from a probable status to available ahead of tip-off. Hachimura returned from a calf problem on Tuesday against the Philadelphia 76ers, scoring a very efficient 13 points and grabbing a pair of rebounds. With Anthony Davis (abdomen) out, Hachimura will have an opportunity to take on a larger offensive role against his former team in Thursday's game.
Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (calf) is expected to be in the lineup on Thursday against the Washington Wizards, as the team lists him as probable on the injury report. Hachimura recently missed a pair of games with a calf issue, but he was back in action on Tuesday against the Philadelphia 76ers. The Japanese forward contributed 13 points and grabbed two rebounds in 24 minutes. We could see Hachimura much more involved in the offense on Thursday night, as the Lakers have lost Anthony Davis (abdomen) and may also be without LeBron James (foot), who is considered questionable for the contest.
Rui Hachimura Returning On Tuesday After A Two-Game Absence
According to Khobi Price of The Orange County Register, Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (calf) will play and start against the Philadelphia 76ers on Tuesday after missing two consecutive contests due to left calf soreness. He will replace Dorian Finney-Smith in the starting lineup. The 26-year-old has started every game when available, averaging 12.2 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 1.5 assists in 32.0 minutes per contest across 37 games this year's campaign.
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