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LeBron James LeBron James (groin) probable for Game 1 Saturday
Fri, Apr 18, 2025, 1:58 PM
NBA Injury Report
LeBron James (groin) is probable to play against the Timberwolves in Game 1 on Saturday.
Analysis: James is once again listed as probable with a groin injury that has landed him on the injury report often recently. There isn't a real chance that he misses a playoff game. Expect LeBron to see a full workload as the Lakers start their quest for a title. |
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Jaxson Hayes Jaxson Hayes, Jordan Goodwin available vs. POR
Sun, Apr 13, 2025, 8:23 AM
Khobi Price
Jaxson Hayes (hand) and Jordan Godwin (foot) are available to play against the Trail Blazers on Sunday.
Analysis: Both players will be good to go in the regular season finale for the Lakers, which won't have an impact on the standings with LA having already clinched the third seed in the West. Both Hayes and Goodwin should start with the Lakers playing without multiple starters, including LeBron James, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. |
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Jarred Vanderbilt Jarred Vanderbilt, Gabe Vincent active vs. POR
Sun, Apr 13, 2025, 8:23 AM
Jarred Vanderbilt (foot) and Gabe Vincent (knee) are available for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: Vanderbilt and Vincent have been key rotation players for the Lakers lately. Both reserves have a chance to start against Portland as their stars are resting ahead of the playoffs. Fantasy managers shouldn't expect gaudy numbers from either player. |
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Gabe Vincent Gabe Vincent (knee) questionable Sunday vs. POR
Sat, Apr 12, 2025, 3:33 PM
NBA Injury Report
Gabe Vincent (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: Vincent is questionable for Sunday's game, which will not impact the Lakers' playoff seeding. With Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves already out, Gabe could have the ultimate âgreen lightâ if he can play. However, he's struggled with knee issues since joining the Lakers, so getting him additional rest before the postseason may be the team's priority. |
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Dorian Finney-Smith Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) out Sunday vs. POR
Sat, Apr 12, 2025, 3:28 PM
NBA Injury Report
Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: Finney-Smith is among the many Lakers' rotation players who will sit out Sunday's regular-season finale, which has no impact on the team's playoff seeding. Markieff Morris, who is not in the regular rotation, could play legitimate minutes in Portland. However, he should not be added to rosters in active fantasy leagues. |
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Jaxson Hayes Jaxson Hayes, Jarred Vanderbilt questionable Sun.
Sat, Apr 12, 2025, 3:22 PM
NBA Injury Report
Jaxson Hayes (hand) and Jarred Vanderbilt (foot) are questionable for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: The Lakers secured the third seed in the West with their win over the Rockets on Friday. Sunday's rotation will look nothing like the core that will take center stage in the postseason next weekend. If Hayes and Vanderbilt do not play on Sunday, Trey Jemison is one of the frontcourt players who will figure more prominently in the rotation. |
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LeBron James LeBron James, Rui Hachimura out Sunday vs. POR
Sat, Apr 12, 2025, 3:15 PM
NBA Injury Report
LeBron James (groin) and Rui Hachimura (knee) are out against the Trail Blazers on Sunday.
Analysis: James aggravated his strained left groin during the third quarter of Friday's win over the Rockets. With that victory, the Lakers secured the third seed in the West, so there's no need for LeBron to play on Sunday. Hachimura will also get some time off as the Lakers look to get everyone healthy for next week's playoffs. Jordan Goodwin (foot) and Dalton Knecht should play plenty on Sunday, with the former considered probable on the initial injury report. |
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Jordan Goodwin Jordan Goodwin (foot) probable Sunday vs. Portland
Sat, Apr 12, 2025, 3:11 PM
NBA Injury Report
Jordan Goodwin (foot) is probable for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: Goodwin is dealing with plantar fasciitis in his right foot, but the probable tag suggests he will play on Sunday. Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and LeBron James are all out, so Goodwin should play plenty if available. He would be worth slotting into lineups in active leagues. |
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Luka Doncic Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves out Sunday vs. Portland
Sat, Apr 12, 2025, 3:04 PM
NBA Injury Report
Luka Doncic (quad) and Austin Reaves (ankle) are out for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: With the Lakers securing the third seed in the West with a win over Houston on Friday, most of their key rotation players will not play in Portland. Doncic and Reaves are sitting, freeing additional rotation minutes for Jordan Goodwin. Goodwin is considered probable for Sunday's game, so he should be available and is worth rostering in active leagues. Bronny James may also play extended minutes due to the Lakers' lengthy injury report. |
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Dorian Finney-Smith Dorian Finney-Smith hits six three-pointers Friday
Fri, Apr 11, 2025, 7:20 PM
Dorian Finney-Smith shot 6-of-9 from the field in Friday's win over the Rockets, scoring 18 points with three steals and six three-pointers in 30 minutes.
Analysis: Friday's victory secured the three-seed in the West for the Lakers, which would mean a second-round matchup with Houston if both teams got out of the first round. For that reason, Finney-Smith's last two performances against the Rockets were notable. After shooting 6-of-11 from three in the Lakers' March 31 win over Houston, he was 6-of-8 on Friday. From a fantasy standpoint, Finney-Smith provided the three-pointers and steals on Friday that many managers expect from him. We'll see if he plays against Portland on Sunday, as nothing will be on the line for the Lakers. |
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Austin Reaves Austin Reaves posts 23/7/6/2 stat line vs. Houston
Fri, Apr 11, 2025, 7:19 PM
Austin Reaves tallied 23 points (9-of-15 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), seven rebounds, six assists, two steals and three three-pointers in 33 minutes in Friday's win over the Rockets.
Analysis: Reaves and the Lakers were excellent on Friday, shooting nearly 61 percent from the field. Reaves made 66.7 percent of his attempts, finishing one block shy of a complete stat line. With Friday's victory securing the three-seed for the Western Conference playoffs, it's possible that Reaves does not play in Sunday's regular season finale in Portland. If he gets the day off, Jordan Goodwin (3/6/3 with one three-pointer) and Gabe Vincent (one rebound, one assist and one steal) are two players whose playing time would increase. |
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Luka Doncic Luka Doncic scores game-high 39 points vs. Houston
Fri, Apr 11, 2025, 7:19 PM
Luka Doncic recorded 39 points (13-of-19 FGs, 8-of-14 FTs), eight rebounds, seven assists, one steal and five three-pointers in 31 minutes in Friday's win over the Rockets.
Analysis: The shorthanded Rockets, who played Friday's game without four starters, had no answer for Doncic. He shot well over 50 percent from the field and did not see any action during the fourth quarter. Friday's victory secured the three-seed for the Lakers, which may factor into Doncic's availability for Sunday's game in Portland. With LeBron James injuring his leg during the third quarter, that may be reason enough to sit Doncic for the regular season finale. |
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LeBron James LeBron James (leg) exits during third quarter
Fri, Apr 11, 2025, 7:08 PM
Dave McMenamin
LeBron James (leg) finished Friday's win over the Rockets with 14 points (6-of-11 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), four rebounds, eight assists, one steal and one three-pointer in 22 minutes.
Analysis: James suffered an apparent left leg injury during the third quarter of Friday's game, exiting with 7:27 remaining. He did not return, with some wondering if the 40-year-old tweaked the groin injury that sidelined him for seven games in mid-March. However, the heating pad applied to James' leg appeared to be on his quad. Following the game, Lakers coach JJ Redick said Friday's victory secured the three-seed in the West, so there's no reason for James to play in Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers. Expect plenty of Dalton Knecht after the rookie only logged four minutes against the Rockets. |
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LeBron James LeBron James (groin) available Friday vs. Rockets
Fri, Apr 11, 2025, 3:05 PM
Ryan Ward
LeBron James (groin) is available for Friday's game against the Rockets.
Analysis: No surprise here as James consistently shows up on the injury report, but hasn't missed a game since March 20. Fantasy managers in active leagues in the last week of the season can use the 40-year-old small forward with confidence. |
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LeBron James LeBron James (groin) probable Friday vs. Houston
Thu, Apr 10, 2025, 2:46 PM
NBA Injury Report
LeBron James (groin) is probable for Friday's game against the Rockets.
Analysis: James has consistently appeared on the Lakers' injury report but has not missed a game since March 20. Fantasy managers in active leagues should expect to have LeBron at their disposal, with the Lakers closing in on the three-seed in the West. |
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Rui Hachimura Rui Hachimura scores 15 points in return Wednesday
Wed, Apr 9, 2025, 4:48 PM
Rui Hachimura logged 38 minutes in Wednesday's win over the Mavericks, accumulating 15 points (5-of-10 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), two rebounds, two assists, one steal and three three-pointers.
Analysis: Hachimura returned to the Lakers' lineup on Wednesday after sitting out Tuesday's loss to the Thunder. He was solid during his 38 minutes, shooting 50 percent from the field. The Lakers don't have another back-to-back this season, but a win over the Rockets on Friday would potentially put them in a position to rest some players for Sunday's regular season finale. If so, managers in active leagues may not have Hachimura to rely on. |
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LeBron James LeBron James records 27/7/3/1 stat line vs. Dallas
Wed, Apr 9, 2025, 4:44 PM
LeBron James accounted for 27 points (11-of-20 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), seven rebounds, three assists and one steal in 36 minutes in Wednesday's win over the Mavericks.
Analysis: While LeBron recorded a solid stat line in Tuesday's loss to the Thunder, his efficiency improved on Wednesday. He shot 55 percent from the field and only committed two turnovers after racking up six in Oklahoma City. The victory over the Mavericks pushes the Lakers closer to locking up the three-seed in the West; one win in their final two games would accomplish that goal. The Lakers host Houston on Friday, and the Rockets are locked into the two-seed, which could prompt them to rest some of their key players. |
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Luka Doncic Welcome home: Doncic drops 45/8/6/4 stat line
Wed, Apr 9, 2025, 4:37 PM
The Athletic
Luka Doncic finished Wednesday's win over the Mavericks with 45 points (16-of-28 FGs, 6-of-9 FTs), eight rebounds, six assists, four steals and seven three-pointers in 38 minutes.
Analysis: While Dallas' pregame tribute video moved Doncic to tears, he had no trouble controlling his emotions once the game began. The Lakers star came out hot, scoring 31 points in the first half and ultimately finishing with one of his best lines of the season. Doncic shot over 50 percent from the field and kept the turnovers in check, making for an excellent night for the Lakers and fantasy managers in active leagues. Luka made history, becoming the second player in NBA history to score at least 45 points for and against the same team in the same season. The other was Wilt Chamberlain. The Lakers only need to win one of their final two games to lock up the three-seed in the West. |
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Jaxson Hayes Jaxson Hayes, Bronny James available Wednesday
Wed, Apr 9, 2025, 12:08 PM
Ryan Ward
Jaxson Hayes (hand) and Bronny James (illness) are available for Wednesday's game against the Mavericks.
Analysis: Hayes' availability is of far greater importance to the Lakers, as he is part of the team's usual starting lineup. He'll retain that responsibility on Wednesday. Bronny is not in the Lakers' rotation most nights, so there's no need to roster him in active leagues. |
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Jaxson Hayes Jaxson Hayes (hand) probable vs. Mavericks
Wed, Apr 9, 2025, 9:10 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jaxson Hayes (hand) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Mavericks.
Analysis: Hayes hasn't missed a game since the middle of March and has played through a few minor injury designations. He should be good to take on his usual starting center role against Dallas. |
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