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LeBron James
LeBron James, Austin Reaves available vs. Utah
Mon, Feb 10, 2025, 2:57 PM
Dave McMenamin
LeBron James (ankle) and Austin Reaves (elbow) have been upgraded to available against the Jazz on Monday.
Analysis: Both players were listed as probable and have now officially been cleared to suit up. Reaves had 45 points in the Lakers' last game with LeBron sidelined, but with James and Luka Doncic available, Reaves won't be able to replicate that production.
Luka Doncic
LAL starting Luka, Reaves, LeBron, Rui, Hayes
Mon, Feb 10, 2025, 2:53 PM
Dave McMenamin
The Lakers will start Luka Doncic (calf), Austin Reaves, LeBron James, Rui Hachimura and Jaxson Hayes against the Jazz on Monday.
Analysis: Doncic will make his debut for the Lakers and return to the court for the first time since Christmas Day. Head coach JJ Redick said the plan is to “ease Luka back in”, so he may not play his typical workload in his first game back. Gabe Vincent and Dorian Finney-Smith will be pushed back to the bench with Doncic and LeBron available.
Cam Reddish
Cam Reddish (personal) ruled out Monday vs. Utah
Mon, Feb 10, 2025, 10:45 AM
NBA Injury Report
Cam Reddish (personal) is out for Monday's game against the Jazz.
Analysis: Reddish was away from the Lakers for personal reasons before he was included in a trade that would have sent him to Charlotte. That deal has been rescinded due to Mark Williams failing his physical, but Reddish still isn't ready to rejoin the Lakers. His continued absence does not impact fantasy basketball.
Luka Doncic
Luka Doncic (calf) upgraded to probable Monday
Mon, Feb 10, 2025, 10:43 AM
NBA Injury Report
Luka Doncic (calf) is now probable for Monday's game against the Jazz.
Analysis: Initially questionable for Monday's game, Doncic is now probable. Gabe Vincent started Saturday's win over the Pacers, but he'll offer minimal fantasy value with Luka in the lineup. The few who streamed Gabe on Saturday can drop him onto the waiver wire.
Austin Reaves
Austin Reaves (elbow) probable vs. Utah Monday
Mon, Feb 10, 2025, 10:43 AM
NBA Injury Report
Austin Reaves (elbow) is probable to play against the Jazz on Monday.
Analysis: The left elbow contusion has had Reaves' name on the injury report a few times recently, but it hasn't forced him to miss any games yet. He's coming off scoring a career-high 45 points on Saturday, but with Luka Doncic and LeBron James both expected to play, Reaves won't be able to provide an encore.
LeBron James
LeBron James (ankle) upgraded to probable vs. Utah
Mon, Feb 10, 2025, 10:40 AM
NBA Injury Report
LeBron James (ankle) has been upgraded to probable against the Jazz on Monday.
Analysis: James was initially listed as questionable after missing the Lakers' game against Indiana on Saturday. However, the soreness in his left ankle isn't expected to keep him sidelined for another game. His return should push Dorian Finney-Smith back to the bench.
LeBron James
LeBron James questionable, Bronny James doubtful
Sun, Feb 9, 2025, 2:49 PM
NBA Injury Report
LeBron James (ankle) is questionable, and Bronny James is doubtful for Monday's matchup with the Jazz.
Analysis: James sat out Saturday, but he's got a chance to return to the court against a Jazz squad that's getting back to full strength. If he's given the green light, expect James to handle his typical workload. Bronny is unlikely to play, though his availability doesn't impact fantasy hoops.
Luka Doncic
Luka Doncic, Dalton Knecht questionable Monday
Sun, Feb 9, 2025, 2:46 PM
NBA Injury Report
Luka Doncic (calf) and Dalton Knecht (personal) are questionable for Monday's matchup with Utah.
Analysis: Doncic has yet to make his Lakers debut, as the date has been pushed back multiple times. He's on the injury report as questionable for Monday, so there's a chance he sits out at least one more matchup. Knecht is back with the Lakers after Mark Williams' failed physical scuttled a trade sending him to Charlotte. It's unclear when Knecht will return to his former team. Players like Gabe Vincent and Shake Milton could see increased run if Doncic and Knecht are out, but the real beneficiary of the Lakers' recurring backcourt injuries is Austin Reaves. Reaves went off for a monster 45/7/7/3 line in Saturday's win over Indiana.
Cam Reddish
Hornets/Lakers trade involving Reddish rescinded
Sat, Feb 8, 2025, 3:12 PM
Khobi Price
Thursday's trade between the Hornets and Lakers was rescinded because a condition of the trade was not satisfied.
Analysis: On Thursday, the Lakers traded Reddish, Dalton Knecht, their 2031 first-round pick, and a 2030 pick swap to the Hornets in exchange for Mark Williams. The trade, conditional on Williams and Knecht reporting to their new teams and passing their physicals, was rescinded on Saturday evening. The failed trade leaves the Lakers in a difficult spot regarding their center rotation. Currently the starting center, Jaxson Hayes is a must-add in fantasy leagues. As for Reddish, he had fallen out of the rotation before the trade, so there may not be much of a future for him in Los Angeles.
Gabe Vincent
Gabe Vincent dishes out seven assists vs. Indiana
Sat, Feb 8, 2025, 1:15 PM
Gabe Vincent finished Saturday's win over the Pacers with 12 points (5-of-13 FGs), seven assists, two steals, and two 3-pointers in 25 minutes.
Analysis: With LeBron James (ankle) out, Vincent made his sixth start of the season and first since December 28. He was most valuable in the assists category, tallying a season-high seven helpers. Vincent also provided a few 3-pointers and steals, so there was some value despite the modest stat line. With James and Luka Doncic likely playing on Monday against the Jazz, there's no need to hold onto Vincent if you streamed him.
Jaxson Hayes
Jaxson Hayes grabs 12 rebounds vs. Pacers
Sat, Feb 8, 2025, 1:13 PM
Jaxson Hayes shot 4-of-4 from the field and 1-of-2 from the foul line in Saturday's win over Indiana, accumulating nine points, 12 rebounds, two assists, and two blocked shots in 29 minutes.
Analysis: Making his fifth start since the now-traded Anthony Davis went down with an abdominal injury, Hayes hit double figures in rebounds for the second time. The 12 boards were a season-high for the energetic big man, who's likely headed to the bench once Mark Williams is available to make his Lakers debut. Hayes is only worth rostering on nights when he's allowed to start; given Williams' injury history, he may not be consigned to the bench for good. Hayes should remain on watch lists in deep leagues once the Lakers are whole.
Rui Hachimura
Rui Hachimura drops 24 points, nine rebounds
Sat, Feb 8, 2025, 1:09 PM
Rui Hachimura accounted for 24 points (8-of-13 FGs, 6-of-6 FTs), nine rebounds, one steal, and two 3-pointers in 33 minutes in Saturday's win over the Pacers.
Analysis: While it's unknown what the Lakers' starting lineup will be once Luka Doncic makes his debut, many expect Hachimura to head to the bench. Dorian Finney-Smith (seven points, three rebounds, six assists, one block, and one 3-pointer in 34 minutes) may not have Rui's offensive ceiling, but his defense and 3-point shooting likely give him the edge. Moving to the bench would cut into Hachimura's value, but it may free him up some offensively, as that's unlikely to be the case if he's on the court with Doncic, LeBron James, and Austin Reaves to begin games.
Austin Reaves
Austin Reaves drops career-high 45 on Pacers
Sat, Feb 8, 2025, 1:07 PM
Austin Reaves scored 45 points with seven rebounds, seven assists, three steals, and four 3-pointers in 40 minutes during Saturday's 124-117 win over the Pacers.
Analysis: With Luka Doncic not ready to make his Lakers debut and LeBron James joining him on the sideline with an ankle injury, the Lakers looked to Reaves to shoulder most of the offensive workload. To say he was up to the challenge would be an understatement, as the Lakers' guard had a career afternoon, going 14-of-26 from the field and 13-of-13 from the foul line in Not only did Reaves establish a new career-high point total, but he recorded his first 40-point game as a pro. Once Doncic and James are on the court, Reaves will likely take a hit in the points category. However, he does more than enough in other areas to preserve most of his fantasy value. The Lakers play two games against the Jazz before the All-Star break, the first scheduled for Monday night.
Gabe Vincent
LAL starts Reaves, Vincent, DFS, Hachimura, Hayes
Sat, Feb 8, 2025, 9:42 AM
NBA Lineups
Austin Reaves, Gabe Vincent, Dorian Finney-Smith, Rui Hachimura, and Jaxson Hayes will start Saturday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: In addition to Luka Doncic not being ready to make his Lakers debut (that may happen on Monday), LeBron James (ankle) is not available. Vincent moves into the starting lineup, which boosts his fantasy value. Given the high-profile absences, he's worth streaming in deep leagues. The other four starters are unchanged.
Austin Reaves
Austin Reaves (elbow) available Saturday vs. IND
Sat, Feb 8, 2025, 9:22 AM
Trevor Lane
Austin Reaves (elbow) is available for Saturday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Reaves' left elbow did not trouble him during his pregame workout, so he's been cleared to play. With LeBron James (ankle) and Luka Doncic (calf) out, the Lakers will need a lot offensively from Reaves, which raises his fantasy ceiling.
Mark Williams
Mark Williams (trade pending) ruled out Saturday
Sat, Feb 8, 2025, 8:30 AM
Dustin Dopirak
Mark Williams (trade pending) is out for Saturday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Williams's trade from Charlotte to Los Angeles has not been finalized, so he will not be available for Saturday's game. However, the hope is that he can make his Lakers debut on Monday against the Jazz. Jaxson Hayes will remain in the starting lineup, preserving some deep-league streaming value.
LeBron James
LeBron James (ankle) downgraded to out Saturday
Sat, Feb 8, 2025, 6:21 AM
Dave McMenamin
LeBron James (ankle) is out for Saturday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: James was initially questionable for Saturday's contest, but was downgraded to doubtful late Friday evening, which means neither James or Luka Doncic will be available. Rui Hachimura should benefit the most from their absence, especially if Austin Reaves also sits, while Gabe Vincent will likely move into the starting lineup.
LeBron James
LeBron James (ankle) now doubtful vs. Indiana
Fri, Feb 7, 2025, 4:24 PM
Khobi Price
LeBron James (ankle) has been downgraded to doubtful to play against the Pacers on Saturday.
Analysis: James was initially listed as questionable to play in this game, but he is now expected to miss just his third game of the season and his first since December. Luka Doncic has already been ruled out, and Austin Reaves is questionable as well. They may be incredibly shorthanded, so players like Gabe Vincent, Shake Milton and Rui Hachimura will have to step up as scorers.
Mark Williams
Mark Williams (trade pending) questionable Sat.
Fri, Feb 7, 2025, 1:47 PM
NBA Injury Report
Mark Williams (trade pending) is questionable for Saturday's matchup with the Pacers.
Analysis: Williams could make his Lakers debut on Saturday, but he's still questionable, and fantasy managers will need to monitor his status leading up to tip-off. If he's ultimately sidelined, Jaxson Hayes would presumably remain in the starting lineup.
LeBron James
LeBron James, Austin Reaves questionable Saturday
Fri, Feb 7, 2025, 1:42 PM
NBA Injury Report
LeBron James (ankle) and Austin Reaves (elbow) are questionable for Saturday's matchup with the Pacers.
Analysis: The Lakers will be without Luka Doncic for at least one more game, which means the Lakers could be wildly shorthanded if Bron or Reaves are ruled out. A committee approach would likely be used to fill in for the pair, with guys like Gabe Vicent, Dorian Finney-Smith, Rui Hachimura and Jarred Vanderbilt picking up the slack.

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