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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. |
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. |
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. |
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. |
Ziaire Williams Don?i?, Reaves, Thybulle, Williams, Kessler start
Wed, Oct 21, 2026, 3:40 PM
Los Angeles Lakers
Luka Don?i?, Austin Reaves, Matisse Thybulle, Ziaire Williams and Walker Kessler will start Wednesday's game against the Warriors.
Analysis: Don?i?, Reaves and Kessler starting was expected since the summer, but there were questions as to who would complete the starting five. With Thybulle and Williams starting, defense has been prioritized, and both are worth watching in deeper fantasy leagues. |
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Xavier Cooks Cameron Carr (oblique) 'ramping up,' day-to-day
Wed, Oct 21, 2026, 2:23 PM
Jovan Buha
According to Lakers head coach JJ Redick, Cameron Carr (oblique) is âramping upâ and is day-to-day moving forward.
Analysis: Carr, who played well during Summer League, was ruled out for Wednesday's opener with a strained oblique. The good news is that a return to action may not be far away, with the rookie now considered day-to-day, according to Redick. Carr should slide into the back end of the Lakers' perimeter rotation once cleared to play. |
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Collin Sexton Collin Sexton (leg) out Wednesday vs. Warriors
Wed, Oct 21, 2026, 9:57 AM
NBA Injury Report
Collin Sexton (leg) will miss Wednesday's season opener against the Warriors.
Analysis: Sexton missed the preseason, and his Lakers debut will have to wait while he recovers from a right soleus strain. In Sexton's absence, more minutes could be available for Ziaire Williams, Quentin Grimes and Bronny James. |
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Xavier Cooks Cameron Carr (oblique) out vs. Golden State
Tue, Oct 20, 2026, 2:30 PM
NBA Injury Report
Cameron Carr (oblique) has been ruled out against the Warriors on Wednesday.
Analysis: The rookie's debut will have to wait a little longer. With Carr and Adou Thiero (knee) unavailable, Matisse Thybulle and Ziaire Williams will be the primary wings available off the bench. |
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Collin Sexton Collin Sexton (leg) questionable vs. Golden State
Tue, Oct 20, 2026, 2:16 PM
NBA Injury Report
Collin Sexton (leg) is questionable to play against the Warriors on Wednesday.
Analysis: Sexton has been sidelined throughout the preseason with a leg injury, but there is a chance he returns to take on Golden State. Considering he has been sidelined for a while, his role may be limited for his first game, but he will eventually play a significant reserve role for the Lakers. Bronny James may be part of the rotation if Sexton is out. |
Quentin Grimes Quentin Grimes comes off the bench, scores 11
Fri, Oct 16, 2026, 7:28 PM
Law Murray
Quentin Grimes tallied 11 points (4-of-9 FGs), two rebounds, three assists and three three-pointers in Friday's exhibition against the Nuggets.
Analysis: Grimes, a starter for most of the preseason, came off the bench in Friday's finale. That may be the role he's expected to fill, especially as the Lakers await Collin Sexton's return from injury. The second unit needs a perimeter player who can create offensively, even if the Lakers can stagger the minutes of stars Luka Don?i? and Austin Reaves. Grimes can provide scoring, making him a worthwhile pick in later rounds. |
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