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Sandro Mamukelashvili Sandro Mamukelashvili scores 17 points vs. POR
Tue, Oct 27, 2026, 8:05 PM
Sandro Mamukelashvili accounted for 17 points (6-of-9 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), four rebounds, two assists, one block and three three-pointers in Tuesday's loss to the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: Mamu delivered excellent production off the bench for the Lakers in the first half of Tuesday's game, scoring 13 points in 12 minutes. Unfortunately, he wasn't as effective after halftime, scoring four points on 2-of-4 shooting. Although Tuesday was a tale of two halves for Mamukelashvili, his ability to score points in bunches makes the forward/center worth rostering in 14-team leagues. |
Austin Reaves Austin Reaves posts 26 points, seven assists
Tue, Oct 27, 2026, 8:04 PM
Austin Reaves tallied 26 points (8-of-13 FGs, 6-of-7 FTs), four rebounds, seven assists and four three-pointers in Tuesday's loss to the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: Reaves, whose point total increased in each of the Lakers' first three games, has scored 23+ points in all four outings. He didn't record any defensive stats on Tuesday, but most fantasy managers target Reaves for his offensive production. Efficient against Portland, the Lakers guard didn't turn the ball over at all in his 39 minutes. Reaves is shooting 63.3 percent from the field over four games, an incredible percentage given his place in the Lakers' pecking order and how much attention opposing defenses pay him. |
Luka Doncic Luka Don?i? goes for game-high 41 points vs. POR
Tue, Oct 27, 2026, 8:04 PM
Luka Don?i? amassed 41 points (12-of-22 FGs, 11-of-13 Fts), five rebounds, nine assists, one block and six three-pointers in Tuesday's loss to the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: One game removed from dropping 52 points on the Jazz, Don?i? had another prolific scoring night on Tuesday. In addition to the high field-goal percentage, he kept the turnovers in check, committing only two. Despite averaging nearly six turnovers per game, Don?i? has been one of the most valuable players in nine-cat formats. Shooting 87.5 percent from the foul line, which represents significant improvement, certainly helps. |
Matisse Thybulle Matisse Thybulle hits three triples vs. Utah
Sun, Oct 25, 2026, 1:50 PM
Matisse Thybulle recorded 11 points (4-of-8 FGs), one rebound, one assist, three steals, one block and three three-pointers in Sunday's win over the Jazz.
Analysis: After injuries made him an afterthought in fantasy basketball in recent seasons, Thybulle may be approaching the point where he needs to be rostered in some 12-team leagues. He's scored in double figures in two straight games, shooting a combined 6-of-13 from three in wins over the Clippers and Jazz. Thybulle still isn't a must-add, but he may be worth a look going into the Lakers' four-game Week 2. |
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Austin Reaves Austin Reaves contributes 29 points vs. Utah
Sun, Oct 25, 2026, 1:48 PM
Austin Reaves tallied 29 points (7-of-12 FGs, 11-of-13 FTs), one rebound, four assists, one steal, two blocks and four three-pointers in Sunday's win over the Jazz.
Analysis: While backcourt partner Luka Don?i? scored a season-high 52 points, Reaves also had a good day. After attempting 16 free throws in his first two games, Reaves took 13 on Sunday and made 11. With efficient shooting and a complete stat line, this was a strong performance for managers who needed Reaves to come through on the final day of Week 1. |
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Luka Doncic Luka Don?i? goes off for 52 points, 10 assists
Sun, Oct 25, 2026, 1:46 PM
Luka Don?i? finished Sunday's win over the Jazz with 52 points (17-of-30 FGs, 10-of-11 FTs), eight rebounds, 10 assists, two steals and eight three-pointers.
Analysis: Don?i? put on a show in Salt Lake City, recording his first 50-point game of the new season. And he was highly efficient, shooting well over 50 percent from the field. The only thing that could have made Sunday better for managers rostering Don?i? was getting the two rebounds he needed to finish with a triple-double. The Lakers play four games in Week 2, starting Tuesday against the Trail Blazers. |
Jake LaRavia Jake LaRavia (ankle) set to return vs. Jazz
Sat, Oct 24, 2026, 1:22 PM
NBA Injury Report
Jake LaRavia (ankle) is off the injury report vs. Jazz.
Analysis: LaRavia did not play on Friday against the Clippers, but was removed off the injury report ahead of Sunday's tilt against the Jazz. The forward scored 10 points in 18 minutes of action in the Lakers season opener against the Warriors. |
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Matisse Thybulle Matisse Thybulle sinks three three-pointers
Fri, Oct 23, 2026, 6:59 PM
Matisse Thybulle accounted for 13 points (5-of-8 FGs), one rebound, two assists, two steals, one block and three three-pointers in Friday's win over the Clippers.
Analysis: Could Thybulle return to relevance in fantasy basketball with the Lakers? His defense earned the veteran wing a starting spot, and he played well on both ends of the floor in Friday's win. In addition to his three defensive contributions, Thybulle shot 3-of-6 from beyond the arc. He's a career 34.9 percent shooter from deep, so managers shouldn't expect high-level production there. However, the starting role makes Thybulle someone to watch, especially in deep leagues. |
Walker Kessler Walker Kessler drops 22 points, nine 'stocks'
Fri, Oct 23, 2026, 6:56 PM
Walker Kessler finished Friday's win over the Clippers with 22 points (10-of-14 FGs, 2-of-5 FTs), eight rebounds, three assists, three steals and six blocked shots.
Analysis: Nights like Friday are what fantasy managers hoped for when Kessler made the move to Los Angeles in free agency. He dominated the Clippers, shooting efficiently and recording nine âstocks.â Kessler isn't a great foul shooter, but fantasy managers usually punt that category when rostering him. He'll look to finish Week 1 on a high note when the Lakers visit the Jazz, Kessler's former team, on Sunday. |
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Austin Reaves Austin Reaves scores game-high 28 points vs. LAC
Fri, Oct 23, 2026, 6:50 PM
Austin Reaves amassed 28 points (10-of-13 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), two rebounds, nine assists, two steals and three three-pointers in Friday's win over the Clippers.
Analysis: Like his backcourt partner, Luka Don?i?, Reaves had turnover issues on Friday, committing six. However, he shot a high percentage from the field and finished one assist shy of a double-double. Reaves and the Lakers end their Week 1 with a road game against the Jazz on Sunday. |
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Luka Doncic Luka Don?i? racks up 23 points, 11 turnovers
Fri, Oct 23, 2026, 6:46 PM
Luka Don?i? tallied 23 points (8-of-21 FGs, 5-of-7 FTs), six rebounds, seven assists, one block and two three-pointers in Friday's win over the Clippers.
Analysis: After an excellent start to his 2026-27 season against the Warriors on Wednesday, Don?i? had some efficiency issues on Friday. While category league managers won't be too concerned with the percentages, the Lakers' point guard racked up a career-high 11 turnovers. By now, many managers rostering Don?i? are fine with punting that category, but it's still a startling number for him. He'll look to put together a better showing when the Lakers visit the Jazz on Sunday. |
Collin Sexton Collin Sexton plays 16 minutes in Lakers debut
Fri, Oct 23, 2026, 6:38 PM
Collin Sexton finished Friday's win over the Clippers with five points (2-of-6 FGs), one rebound, two assists, three steals and one three-pointer.
Analysis: Given the lack of on-ball playmakers on the Lakers' bench, Sexton's role could be an important one as he gets acclimated to his new team. While Luka Don?i? or Austin Reaves was on the floor for every minute of Friday's win, Sexton was asked to initiate the offense on some possessions. The numbers weren't great, but the role may be one in which Sexton can offer late-round fantasy value in deep leagues. He isn't a must-add, but placing him on watch lists, especially in deep leagues, wouldn't be a bad idea. |
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Jake LaRavia Jake LaRavia (ankle) out Friday vs. Clippers
Fri, Oct 23, 2026, 10:20 AM
Jake LaRavia (ankle) is out for Friday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis: LaRavia was initially listed as questionable, but it should be no surprise that he's been ruled out Friday after he sprained his right ankle in Wednesday's win over the Warriors. The good news is that the injury isn't considered serious and he should return to game action soon. Without LaRavia, Quentin Grimes could see enough minutes off the bench to be worth steaming consideration in category leagues. |
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Collin Sexton Collin Sexton (leg) absent from injury report
Thu, Oct 22, 2026, 2:10 PM
NBA Injury Report
Collin Sexton (leg) is not on the injury report for Friday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis: Sexton didn't play in the preseason or the Lakers' season-opening win over the Warriors, so the Lakers may monitor his minutes closely on Friday. Getting him back gives JJ Redick another option off the bench, which lacks on-ball playmakers. |
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Jake LaRavia Jake LaRavia (ankle) questionable vs. Clippers
Thu, Oct 22, 2026, 2:06 PM
NBA Injury Report
Jake LaRavia (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis: LaRavia sprained his right ankle in Wednesday's win over the Warriors, and team trainers helped him back to the locker room. With Cameron Carr (oblique) and Adou Thiero (knee) already out, LaRavia's minutes will likely be split among Matisse Thybulle, Ziaire Williams and Quentin Grimes if he can't play on Friday. Despite coming off the bench, Grimes offers a higher category league ceiling than Thybulle or Williams. |
Xavier Cooks Cameron Carr, Adou Thiero remain out Friday
Thu, Oct 22, 2026, 2:04 PM
NBA Injury Report
Cameron Carr (oblique) and Adou Thiero (knee) are out for Friday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis: Neither Carr nor Thiero played in Wednesday's win over the Warriors, and both are considered day-to-day moving forward. Their absences mean the Lakers will stick with a nine-man rotation, with backup center Kevon Looney as the ninth man. |
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Walker Kessler Walker Kessler went for 26/9 in Lakers debut
Wed, Oct 21, 2026, 6:49 PM
Walker Kessler with historic 26 points (12-of-12 FGs, 2-of-4 FTs), nine rebounds, an assist, and two blocks in win.
Analysis: With the Warriors starting Draymond Green at center, Walker Kessler got whatever he wanted in the paint with plenty of wide-open dunks. His stat line is more about the Warriors than it is about Kessler, but Walker took advantage of the situation, and you're feeling very happy about his performance. |
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Austin Reaves Austin Reaves with 10 free throws against Warriors
Wed, Oct 21, 2026, 6:46 PM
Austin Reaves finishes with 23 points (6-of-11 FGs, 10-of-10 FTs), four rebounds, six assists, two steals, a block, and a three in win against Warriors.
Analysis: If you drafted Austin Reaves, you will be very happy after tonight. We're not expecting Austin to get to the free throw line as much as he did in this game, but this is what you would expect from Austin Reaves if you drafted him. He will be in contention to finish in the top 15 this year in fantasy basketball. |
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Luka Doncic Luka Don?i? with 28/8/7/3 against Warriors
Wed, Oct 21, 2026, 6:46 PM
Luka Don?i? with 28 points (7-of-18 FGs, 9-of-9 FTs), eight rebounds, seven assists, three steals, and five 3-pointers in 127-105 win against Warriors
Analysis: Luka had fun going at Yaxel all game and put up his usual monster stat line. Luka seems like a lock to finish top 4 of fantasy leagues, and if you drafted him, you're feeling very happy about your selection. You're just hoping that the turnovers stay low, and he hits his free throws. |
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Jake LaRavia Jake LaRavia helped to the locker room
Wed, Oct 21, 2026, 6:34 PM
Mike Trudell
Jake LaRavia (ankle) was helped to the locker room and will not return against Warriors.
Analysis: Jake was on the floor in pain and went to the locker room. We'll likely get an update tomorrow, but the Lakers didn't have Adou Thiero, Cameron Carr, or Collin Sexton on Wednesday. Jarred Vanderbilt should be the biggest beneficiary if LaRavia misses time and Thiero is still out. We might see more Ziaire Williams and Matisse Thybulle as well. |
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