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Jalen Hood-Schifino Jalen Hood-Schifino (hamstring) out Saturday
Fri, Dec 20, 2024, 1:43 PM
NBA Injury Report
Jalen Hood-Schifino (left hamstring strain) is out for Saturday's game against the Kings.
Analysis: Hood-Schifino will remain on the bench for another game. He isn't in the rotation most nights, so this will not impact fantasy basketball. |
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LeBron James LeBron James, Anthony Davis questionable Saturday
Fri, Dec 20, 2024, 1:37 PM
NBA Injury Report
LeBron James (left foot injury management) and Anthony Davis (left elbow contusion) are questionable for Saturday's game against the Kings.
Analysis: James and Davis routinely appear on the Lakers' injury report, but the former did miss two games last week. Dalton Knecht and Gabe Vincent replaced James in the lineup for those games, with the latter being the more likely choice if needed on Saturday. As for Davis, a potential absence would push Christian Koloko up on the depth chart. |
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Rui Hachimura Rui Hachimura (leg) probable Saturday vs. Kings
Fri, Dec 20, 2024, 1:34 PM
NBA Injury Report
Rui Hachimura (left tibial contusion) is probable for Saturday's game against Sacramento.
Analysis: Despite the leg injury, Hachimura played 37 minutes in Thursday's win over the Kings. The probable tag suggests he will be available for Saturday's rematch, occupying his usual place in the starting lineup. |
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LeBron James LeBron James notches another career milestone
Thu, Dec 19, 2024, 6:38 PM
LeBron James accumulated 19 points (8-of-21 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), six rebounds, seven assists, one block, and one 3-pointer in 34 minutes in Thursday's win over Sacramento.
Analysis: James didn't have his best night shooting the basketball, but he did move to the top of another list on Thursday. The Lakers forward is now the all-time leader in minutes played, passing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Along with the career points mark, LeBron holds records that will require a Herculean effort for someone to break in the future. He'll add to those numbers on Saturday when the Lakers face the Kings again. |
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Austin Reaves Austin Reaves leads Lakers with 25 points Thursday
Thu, Dec 19, 2024, 6:37 PM
Austin Reaves logged 35 minutes in Thursday's win over the Kings, amassing 25 points (7-of-14 FGs, 8-of-9 FTs), five rebounds, five assists, three steals, and three 3-pointers.
Analysis: After beginning the season with five 20-point games in his first nine appearances, Reaves had not reached that number since. That changed on Thursday, as the Lakers guard led his team in scoring on 50% shooting from the field. Over the last three weeks, Reaves has provided 8th-round value in 9-cat formats, which aligns with his season-long value. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis posts 21/20/4/3/6 stat line in win
Thu, Dec 19, 2024, 6:37 PM
Anthony Davis shot 7-of-20 from the field and 7-of-9 from the foul line in Thursday's 113-100 win over Sacramento, tallying 21 points, 20 rebounds, four assists, three steals, and six blocked shots in 35 minutes.
Analysis: Davis notched his first 20-rebound game of the season on Thursday, producing a robust stat line as the Lakers pulled away from the Kings late. For the season, he's providing top-10 value in 8- and 9-cat formats, sitting within the top 5 in the latter. And Davis could be in for another big game to end Week 8, as the Lakers will face the shorthanded Kings again on Saturday. |
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LeBron James LeBron James, Anthony Davis available Thursday
Thu, Dec 19, 2024, 3:11 PM
Daniel Starkand
LeBron James (left foot injury management) and Anthony Davis (left plantar fasciitis) are available for Thursday's game against the Kings.
Analysis: James and Davis are officially available for Thursday's game, with the former initially being listed as questionable. They will occupy their usual places in the starting lineup with no restrictions. |
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LeBron James LeBron James (foot) expected to play Thursday
Thu, Dec 19, 2024, 12:17 PM
Mark Haynes
LeBron James (left foot injury management) is expected to play in Thursday's game against the Kings.
Analysis: Initially questionable for Thursday's contest, James is trending toward being available. Gabe Vincent would remain in a reserve role, removing most of his value as a potential fantasy streamer. |
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LeBron James LeBron James (foot) questionable Thursday vs. SAC
Wed, Dec 18, 2024, 4:26 PM
Ryan Ward on Twitter
LeBron James (left foot injury management) is questionable for Thursday's matchup with the Kings.
Analysis: James missed two in a row before returning to face Memphis on Sunday. If he's unavailable for the third time in four games, the committee of Gabe Vincent, Max Christie and D'Angelo Russell could absorb his minutes. |
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Christian Wood Christian Wood, Jaxson Hayes making progress
Tue, Dec 17, 2024, 10:44 AM
Daniel Starkand
Christian Wood (left knee surgery) and Jaxson Hayes (right ankle contusion) have been progressing closer to a return, per head coach JJ Redick.
Analysis: Wood is set to start doing live work with coaches soon, while Hayes is working on strengthening his ankle and will have a clearer update next week. While this is certainly progress, there still isn't a firm timeline for either player. Christian Koloko will continue to be the backup center until Wood or Hayes returns. |
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Austin Reaves Austin Reaves records 19 points, eight assists
Sun, Dec 15, 2024, 6:22 PM
Austin Reaves amassed 19 points (6-of-15 FGs, 5-of-5 FTs), two rebounds, eight assists, two steals, and two 3-pointers in 36 minutes in Sunday's win over Memphis.
Analysis: After scoring 18 points in his first game back from the pelvic contusion that sidelined him for five games, Reaves put up another 19 on Sunday. However, the assist tally stood out, as the eight helpers are a season-high for the Lakers guard. Reaves will enter Week 8 as a top 100 player in 8-cat formats while ranking a few spots outside that threshold in 9-cat. The Lakers play two games in Sacramento next week, with the first scheduled for Thursday. |
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LeBron James LeBron James posts 18/8/8/1/2 line in return
Sun, Dec 15, 2024, 6:21 PM
LeBron James played 34 minutes in Sunday's 116-110 win over Memphis, scoring 18 points (7-of-17 FGs, 1-of-4 FTs) with eight rebounds, eight assists, one steal, two blocks, and three 3-pointers.
Analysis: James was back in the Lakers' lineup after a two-game absence, getting nine days off to aid in the recovery of his left foot. He looked sharp to begin Sunday's game and finished with a complete stat line. However, James shot 4-of-11 from two, well below his 2-point percentage (56.0%) for the season. The upcoming schedule will give LeBron more time to rest, as the Lakers won't play again until Thursday in Sacramento. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis dominates, finishes with 40 points
Sun, Dec 15, 2024, 6:21 PM
Anthony Davis shot 15-of-22 from the field and 9-of-12 from the foul line in Sunday's 116-110 win over Memphis, tallying 40 points, 16 rebounds, two assists, two steals, one blocked shot, and one 3-pointer in 33 minutes.
Analysis: Davis was outstanding on Sunday, matching his season-highs in points (40) and rebounds (16) and recording a complete stat line. Regardless of who was assigned to defend the Lakers' star, the Grizzlies could not find an answer. Unfortunately, there was an injury scare, as Davis returned to the locker room during the third quarter with an apparent left shoulder injury. AD would return early in the fourth to continue his dominance of the visitors. The Lakers play two games in Sacramento during Week 8, with the first scheduled for Thursday night. |
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LeBron James LeBron James (foot) available Sunday vs. Memphis
Sun, Dec 15, 2024, 2:52 PM
Trevor Lane
LeBron James (left foot injury management) is available for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: James is back after missing Friday's loss to the Timberwolves, giving the Lakers a welcome boost. The hope is that the time off has helped LeBron with his foot issue and general fatigue. It had become clear that the Lakers needed to get their 39-year-old star some rest. Gabe Vincent is the player most likely headed to the bench with LeBron in the lineup. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis (foot) available Sunday vs. Memphis
Sun, Dec 15, 2024, 2:51 PM
Anthony Davis (left plantar fasciitis) is available for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: No surprise here. Davis has consistently been listed on the injury report this year, but he's always active and plays without restriction. Davis won't have to do it all himself on Sunday, though, as LeBron James is also available. |
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LeBron James McMenamin: LeBron partakes in walkthrough Sunday
Sun, Dec 15, 2024, 1:20 PM
Dave McMenamin
LeBron James (left foot soreness) participated in the Lakers' walkthrough ahead of Sunday's game against the Grizzlies, according to ESPN's Dave McMenamin.
Analysis: James is still listed as questionable, but it's certainly a good sign that he participated in the Lakers' walkthrough. Max Christie will move back to the bench if James is available against the Grizzlies Sunday. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis (foot) probable Sunday vs. Memphis
Sat, Dec 14, 2024, 2:22 PM
Trevor Lane
Anthony Davis (left plantar fasciitis) is probable for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Davis has consistently shown up on the injury report ahead of games, only to be cleared and handle his usual workload. Fantasy managers should expect the same on Sunday, especially if LeBron James (foot) does not return after missing the Lakers' last two games. |
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LeBron James LeBron James (foot) questionable Sunday vs. MEM
Sat, Dec 14, 2024, 2:20 PM
Trevor Lane
LeBron James (left foot soreness) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Due to his foot issue and personal reasons, James was not with the Lakers for Friday's loss at Minnesota. If he remains sidelined, Max Christie should stay in the starting lineup after playing well against the Timberwolves. Christie would be worth streaming consideration in extremely deep leagues, but that's it. |
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Jalen Hood-Schifino Jalen Hood-Schifino (hamstring) ruled out Sunday
Sat, Dec 14, 2024, 2:15 PM
Trevor Lane
Jalen Hood-Schifino (left hamstring strain) is out for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Hood-Schifino isn't in the rotation when healthy. His absence will not impact fantasy basketball. |
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Anthony Davis Anthony Davis records 23/11 double-double in loss
Fri, Dec 13, 2024, 4:48 PM
Anthony Davis led the Lakers with 23 points (10-of-21 FGs), 11 rebounds, one assist, three blocks and one triple in a 97-87 loss to Minnesota on Friday.
Analysis: AD recorded his third straight 20-point double-double and was much better in this matchup with Minnesota than he was when they faced off last week. However, it wasn't enough for them to get the win, and they've now scored less than 90 points in two of their three matchups with the Timberwolves this year. Davis will continue to be the focal point of the offense with LeBron James out of the lineup, but he will also be getting extra attention from the defense. They'll head home for a one-game pit stop with Memphis coming to town on Sunday. |
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