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Jaxson Hayes Jaxson Hayes blocks season-high five shots vs. BKN
Fri, Mar 27, 2026, 7:37 PM
Jaxson Hayes recorded 10 points (2-of-3 FGs, 6-of-10 FTs), eight rebounds, one assist and five blocked shots in Friday's win over the Nets.
Analysis: Hayes had his best defensive night of the season on Friday, with the five blocks being one shy of his career-high. As a result, he played 26 minutes while starter Deandre Ayton (nine points, seven rebounds, one steal and three blocks) logged 22. Hayes remains a player who should only be in fantasy lineups on nights when Ayton is not available, but he should be applauded for his performance on Friday. |
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LeBron James LeBron James records 14 points, eight assists
Fri, Mar 27, 2026, 7:36 PM
LeBron James notched 14 points (5-of-11 FGs, 4-of-7 FTs), six rebounds, eight assists and one steal in Friday's win over the Nets.
Analysis: James took a back seat to Luka Don?i? and Austin Reaves offensively on Friday, something he has been more willing to do in recent weeks. And the change in approach is one reason for the Lakers' improved play, as they're now 13-2 in March. Even with the limited scoring, James still recorded six rebounds and eight assists, which is good value in those categories. And since March 1, he has provided fourth-round value in eight-cat formats. That may not match LeBron's prime, but he is 41 years old. The Lakers play four games in Week 23, starting with the Wizards on Monday. |
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Austin Reaves Austin Reaves scores 15 fourth-quarter points
Fri, Mar 27, 2026, 7:35 PM
Austin Reaves accumulated 26 points (7-of-13 FGs, 8-of-11 FTs), eight rebounds, five assists, one steal and four three-pointers in Friday's win over the Nets.
Analysis: Reaves was at his best in the fourth quarter, scoring 15 points to help the Lakers pull away from the Nets. He's now scored at least 24 points in four straight games, the second time he's accomplished that feat this month. If Luka Don?i? has to serve a one-game suspension on Monday after picking up his 16th technical foul during the third quarter, Reaves could go off in a big way against the lottery-bound Wizards. |
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Luka Doncic Luka Don?i? scores 41, picks up 16th technical
Fri, Mar 27, 2026, 7:35 PM
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Luka Don?i? finished Friday's win over the Nets with 41 points (15-of-25 FGs, 6-of-6 FTs), eight rebounds, three assists, three steals, one block and five three-pointers.
Analysis: Don?i? was rolling on Friday, and then the last thing that the Lakers or fantasy managers needed to see happened. The Lakers star got into it with Ziaire Williams during the third quarter, resulting in both players being assessed technical fouls. For Luka, that was his 16th of the season after a tech called in last week's win over the Magic was rescinded. If this technical foul is upheld, he'll have to serve a one-game suspension, with the Lakers hosting the Wizards on Monday. That would be a rough start to Week 23 for those rostering Don?i?, especially with the Cavaliers visiting the following night. |
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Rui Hachimura Rui Hachimura (calf) available vs. Brooklyn
Fri, Mar 27, 2026, 10:06 AM
NBA Injury Report
Rui Hachimura (calf) is available to play against the Nets on Friday.
Analysis: Hachimura will be back following a two-game absence. Jarred Vanderbilt and Maxi Kleber will likely take on smaller roles, and with Marcus Smart (ankle) still out, Hachimura could take on a few extra minutes off the bench with Jake LaRavia starting. |
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Luka Doncic Luka Don?i? (hamstring) upgraded to available
Fri, Mar 27, 2026, 10:04 AM
NBA Injury Report
Luka Don?i? (hamstring) is available for Friday's game against the Nets.
Analysis: Initially questionable, Don?i? is good to go for Friday's game. Given the current state of the Nets, fantasy managers may be in a position where they're hoping that Don?i? can get his usual numbers by the end of the third quarter. |
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Marcus Smart Marcus Smart (ankle) remains out vs. Brooklyn
Thu, Mar 26, 2026, 2:14 PM
NBA Injury Report
Marcus Smart (ankle) is out for Friday's game against the Nets.
Analysis: Smart will miss a third consecutive game with a right ankle contusion. Jake LaRavia has been his replacement in the starting lineup, but he has offered limited streaming value in that role. |
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Rui Hachimura Rui Hachimura (calf) questionable vs. Brooklyn
Thu, Mar 26, 2026, 2:12 PM
NBA Injury Report
Rui Hachimura (calf) is questionable for Friday's game against the Nets.
Analysis: Hachimura has missed the Lakers' last two games, robbing the Lakers of some depth off the bench. While Maxi Kleber and Jarred Vanderbilt have been in the rotation, neither has done enough to merit rostering in fantasy leagues. |
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Luka Doncic Luka Don?i? (hamstring) questionable vs. Brooklyn
Thu, Mar 26, 2026, 2:07 PM
NBA Injury Report
Luka Don?i? (hamstring) is questionable for Friday's game against the Nets.
Analysis: Don?i? is dealing with a sore left hamstring. If he can't play against the Nets, the Lakers will look for more playmaking from Austin Reaves and LeBron James. As for the spot in the starting lineup, Luke Kennard is a potential replacement, especially if Rui Hachimura remains out. |
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Deandre Ayton Deandre Ayton (back) removed from injury report
Thu, Mar 26, 2026, 2:00 PM
NBA Injury Report
Deandre Ayton (back) is not on the injury report for Friday's game against the Nets.
Analysis: Ayton is back after sitting out Wednesday's win over the Pacers. As a result, Jaxson Hayes will come off the bench, which limits his fantasy value. |
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Austin Reaves Austin Reaves posts 25 points, eight assists
Wed, Mar 25, 2026, 3:50 PM
Austin Reaves accumulated 25 points (7-of-16 FGs, 9-of-9 FTs), one rebound, eight assists, two steals and two three-pointers in Wednesday's win over the Pacers.
Analysis: Reaves was one of four Lakers starters to finish Wednesday's victory with at least 21 points. He's scored at least 24 in each of his last three appearances, and the eight assists against the Pacers were the most in a game for Reaves since the Lakers' March 18 win over the Rockets. The Lakers play once more in Week 22, when they host the lottery-bound Nets on Friday. |
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LeBron James LeBron James produces 23 points, nine assists
Wed, Mar 25, 2026, 3:49 PM
LeBron James accounted for 23 points (9-of-16 FGs, 5-of-5 FTs), nine rebounds, nine assists and one steal in Wednesday's win over the Pacers.
Analysis: LeBron looked sharp on Wednesday, finishing one rebound and one assist shy of a triple-double while committing one turnover. And despite his role not being as prominent within the Lakers' rotation, the 41-year-old has still provided third-round value in eight-cat formats since the All-Star break. The lone negative for managers rostering James is that the Lakers play once more in Week 22. The positive is that said game is against the Nets, which could be an opportunity for LeBron to put up some gaudy stats. |
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Jaxson Hayes Jaxson Hayes records 21/10/1/2/2 in spot start
Wed, Mar 25, 2026, 3:49 PM
Jaxson Hayes recorded 21 points (9-of-11 FGs, 3-of-6 FTs), 10 rebounds, one assist, two steals and two blocked shots in Wednesday's win over the Pacers.
Analysis: With no Deandre Ayton (knee), Hayes made his ninth start of the season on Wednesday. Having averaged 11.4 points and 4.5 rebounds in his previous eight starts, the backup 7-footer had an excellent night against the Pacers. Not only did Hayes record new season-highs in points and rebounds, but he was also responsible for two steals and two blocks. If Ayton remains out for Friday's game against the Nets, don't hesitate to stream Hayes in what will be another good matchup. |
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Luka Doncic Luka Don?i? goes off for game-high 43 points
Wed, Mar 25, 2026, 3:48 PM
Luka Don?i? tallied 43 points (15-of-30 FGs, 9-of-10 FTs), six rebounds, seven assists, one steal and four three-pointers in Wednesday's win over the Pacers.
Analysis: Don?i? and the Lakers appeared intent on ending their road trip on a high note, scoring 45 points in the first quarter. Luka was responsible for 21 of those points, and he finished with his third game of at least 40 points in the last five. Since the All-Star break, Don?i? has provided top-5 value in eight- and nine-cat formats, according to Basketball Monster. While the Lakers only play once more in Week 22, the game is against the Nets. That could be another big night for Don?i?. |
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Jaxson Hayes LAL starts Don?i?, Reaves, LaRavia, LeBron, Hayes
Wed, Mar 25, 2026, 12:36 PM
NBA Lineups
Luka Don?i?, Austin Reaves, Jake LaRavia, LeBron James and Jaxson Hayes will start Wednesday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: With Marcus Smart still out, LaRavia remains in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game. The other change to the lineup is Hayes, who steps in for the injured Deandre Ayton (knee). |
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Deandre Ayton Deandre Ayton (back) ruled out Wednesday vs. IND
Wed, Mar 25, 2026, 11:59 AM
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Ayton (back) will not play in Wednesday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Ayton was downgraded from questionable to out as the Lakers look to rebound from Monday's loss, a game in which the former first-overall pick posted a 13-point, 10-rebound double-double. With Ayton now sidelined, Maxi Kleber and Jaxson Hayes could see more minutes than usual. |
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Rui Hachimura Rui Hachimura (calf) ruled out vs. Indiana
Wed, Mar 25, 2026, 7:12 AM
NBA Injury Report
Rui Hachimura (calf) has been ruled out against the Pacers on Wednesday.
Analysis: Hachimura was initially listed as questionable, but he will miss a second straight game with this calf injury. Luke Kennard should once again fill out the majority of the wing minutes off the bench. |
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Marcus Smart Marcus Smart (ankle) ruled out vs. Indiana
Wed, Mar 25, 2026, 7:09 AM
NBA Injury Report
Marcus Smart (ankle) has been ruled out against the Pacers on Wednesday.
Analysis: Smart was initially listed as doubtful and has now officially been ruled out for a second straight game. Jake LaRavia should start once again, though he was unproductive in 29 minutes as a starter on Monday. |
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Deandre Ayton Deandre Ayton (back) now questionable vs. Indiana
Wed, Mar 25, 2026, 7:07 AM
NBA Injury Report
Deandre Ayton (back) is questionable to play against the Pacers on Wednesday.
Analysis: Ayton is a late addition to the injury report due to back soreness. His most recent absence was also against the Pacers, with Jaxson Hayes filling in as the starting center, though he was unproductive. Jarred Vanderbilt and Maxi Kleber should fill out the backup minutes if Hayes starts. |
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Rui Hachimura Rui Hachimura (calf) questionable vs. Indiana
Tue, Mar 24, 2026, 11:32 AM
NBA Injury Report
Rui Hachimura (calf) is questionable to play against the Pacers on Wednesday.
Analysis: Hachimura could miss a second straight game with this calf injury. Marcus Smart (ankle) is out again, and Jake LaRavia started in his place on Monday. However, there is a chance Hachimura fills that starting spot if he plays, though he should at least see a boost in minutes either way. |
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