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Walker Kessler Walker Kessler records 13 rebounds, five blocks
Fri, Oct 30, 2026, 7:19 PM
Walker Kessler finished Friday's loss to the Warriors with 10 points (4-of-7 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), 13 rebounds, two assists and five blocks.
Analysis: Kessler has blocked at least five shots in two games this season and at least one in each of the Lakers' six games. Add in the rebounds and field-goal percentage, and this was a good night for fantasy managers who are rostering the 7-footer. As long as Kessler can stay healthy, he should provide good value for those punting free-throw percentage. The Lakers end their week with a home game against the Raptors on Sunday. |
Austin Reaves Austin Reaves scores 21, tallies eight turnovers
Fri, Oct 30, 2026, 7:16 PM
Austin Reaves accounted for 21 points (9-of-19 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), four rebounds, five assists, one steal, one block and one three-pointer in Friday's loss to the Warriors.
Analysis: Although Reaves recorded his fifth 20-point game in six appearances, it was not a good night for him. For those hoping Luka Don?i?'s return to the Lakers' lineup would help limit Reaves' turnovers, he committed eight for the second straight game. He was also 1-of-6 from three, but the recent jump in turnovers is a concern, especially for managers in nine-cat leagues. Hopefully, Reaves will take better care of the basketball on Sunday against the Raptors. |
Luka Doncic Luka Don?i? scores game-high 37 points vs. GSW
Fri, Oct 30, 2026, 7:12 PM
Luka Don?i? accumulated 37 points (12-of-27 FGs, 7-of-8 FTs), seven rebounds, five assists, one steal, two blocks and six three-pointers in Friday's loss to the Warriors.
Analysis: Don?i? was rolling during the first quarter, knocking down five three-pointers and scoring 21 points. Unfortunately for the Lakers, their star guard needed a rest to start the second quarter, which opened the door for the Warriors to turn things around. While Don?i? scored 13 second-half points, he didn't get enough help from teammates beyond Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler to avoid the defeat. The Lakers host Toronto on Sunday to end their week. |
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Luka Doncic LAL: Don?i?, Reaves, Thybulle, LaRavia, Kessler
Fri, Oct 30, 2026, 3:46 PM
NBA Lineups
Luka Don?i?, Austin Reaves, Matisse Thybulle, Jake LaRavia and Walker Kessler will start Friday's game against the Warriors.
Analysis: While Don?i? is back after sitting out Wednesday's win over the Clippers, Ziaire Williams will miss another game. As a result, LaRavia will remain in the starting lineup, while Don?i?'s return pushes Quentin Grimes to the bench. |
Ziaire Williams Ziaire Williams (foot) downgraded to out Friday
Fri, Oct 30, 2026, 10:05 AM
Dan Woike
Ziaire Williams (foot) is out for Friday's game against the Warriors.
Analysis: Williams will miss a second consecutive game with a left foot injury. Jake LaRavia started Wednesday's win over the Clippers and will likely keep that role for Friday's NBA Cup opener. |
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Ziaire Williams Ziaire Williams (foot) questionable vs. Warriors
Thu, Oct 29, 2026, 2:15 PM
NBA Injury Report
Ziaire Williams (foot) is questionable to play against the Warriors on Friday.
Analysis: Williams missed Wednesday's game, which resulted in Jake LaRavia starting and playing 35 minutes. LaRavia contributed 10 rebounds, three steals and two blocks and will likely head back to the bench if Williams is available to play. |
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Luka Doncic Luka Don?i? (back) off injury report vs. GSW
Thu, Oct 29, 2026, 2:12 PM
NBA Injury Report
Luka Don?i? (back) is not on the injury report against the Warriors on Friday.
Analysis: Don?i? missed Wednesday's game against the Clippers, which came on the second night of a back-to-back. He'll be back to his usual spot in the starting lineup, which will likely push Quentin Grimes back to the bench following a productive spot start. |
Sandro Mamukelashvili Sandro Mamukelashvili records 13/8/3/2/1 stat line
Wed, Oct 28, 2026, 7:25 PM
Sandro Mamukelashvili tallied 13 points (6-of-15 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), eight rebounds, three assists, two steals and one block in Wednesday's win over the Clippers.
Analysis: After totaling 21 points in the Lakers' first three games, Mamukelashvili has hit double figures in each of his last two. Against the Clippers, his perimeter shot wasn't falling, as he missed all five three-point attempts. But Mamu was 6-of-10 from two, and he did a little of everything else. Despite the bench role, Mamukelashvili is worth rostering in deep leagues. |
Quentin Grimes Quentin Grimes drops game-high 23 points vs. LAC
Wed, Oct 28, 2026, 7:20 PM
Quentin Grimes accumulated 23 points (7-of-15 FGs, 9-of-11 FTs), three rebounds, five assists and four steals in Wednesday's win over the Clippers.
Analysis: Grimes replaced the injured Luka Don?i? (back) in the starting lineup on Wednesday, and he was excellent. He led all scorers with 23 points and added some assists and steals. Grimes shot 0-of-3 from beyond the arc, but he was over 50 percent from two. Even in his usual reserve role, Grimes is worth rostering in deeper leagues because the Lakers need scorers beyond Don?i? and Austin Reaves, and he can fill that role. |
Matisse Thybulle Matisse Thybulle hits four triples, scores 15
Wed, Oct 28, 2026, 7:17 PM
Matisse Thybulle amassed 15 points (5-of-6 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), one rebound, two steals, one block and four three-pointers in Wednesday's win over the Clippers.
Analysis: Entering Wednesday, Thybulle was shooting 42.1 percent from three. His 4-of-5 night against the Clippers will increase that percentage, and fantasy managers can also benefit from the defensive stats. Given his play so far and the starting role, Thybulle should be rostered in deeper fantasy leagues. |
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Austin Reaves Austin Reaves racks up eight turnovers vs. LAC
Wed, Oct 28, 2026, 7:14 PM
Austin Reaves accounted for 16 points (6-of-16 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), six rebounds, one assist, one steal and one three-pointer in Wednesday's win over the Clippers.
Analysis: The Lakers didn't have Luka Don?i? (back) on Wednesday, with his absence shifting Reaves into the starting point guard role. Unfortunately for fantasy managers hoping for more production from Reaves, it didn't happen. More damaging than the field-goal percentage was the turnover count, as he racked up eight. The good news is that the Lakers play two more games in Week 2, starting with the Warriors on Friday. |
Collin Sexton Collin Sexton scores season-high 21 points
Wed, Oct 28, 2026, 7:10 PM
Law Murray
Collin Sexton finished Wednesday's win over the Clippers with 21 points (6-of-11 FGs, 5-of-8 FTs), four rebounds, two assists and four three-pointers.
Analysis: In his first three games this season, Sexton totaled 27 points on 11-of-28 shooting from the field. With Luka Don?i? (back) out, Sexton didn't move into the starting lineup, but his playmaking role off the bench became even more important on Wednesday. The veteran guard shot over 50 percent from the field overall and 4-of-7 from three in his best performance of the season to date. While he hasn't been consistent enough to merit a roster spot in 12-team leagues, Sexton is worth considering in deeper leagues. |
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Quentin Grimes Quentin Grimes, Jake LaRavia starting vs. Clippers
Wed, Oct 28, 2026, 4:13 PM
NBA Lineups
Austin Reaves, Quentin Grimes, Matisse Thybulle, Jake LaRavia and Walker Kessler will start Wednesday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis: Luka Don?i? and Ziaire Williams will miss Wednesday's game, the Lakers' second in as many nights. Grimes and LaRavia will replace them in the lineup, which also means Austin Reaves will take on the primary playmaking responsibilities for the starters. |
Xavier Cooks Scotto: Lakers sign Lawson Lovering to two-way
Wed, Oct 28, 2026, 11:00 AM
Michael Scotto
HoopsHype's Michael Scotto reports the Lakers have signed Lawson Lovering to a two-way contract. Lovering spent time with the Grizzlies last season and even made a start for them. However, most of his time will likely be spent in the G League.
Analysis: To clear the spot, they subsequently waived AK Okereke |
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Ziaire Williams Ziaire Williams (foot) out Wednesday vs. Clippers
Wed, Oct 28, 2026, 10:10 AM
Ziaire Williams (foot) is out for Wednesday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis: Williams is dealing with left foot soreness and will miss Wednesday's matchup with the Clippers. Jake LaRavia and Quentin Grimes are candidates to move into the starting lineup and see more minutes with Williams sidelined. |
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Luka Doncic Luka Don?i? (back) ruled out vs. Clippers
Wed, Oct 28, 2026, 10:05 AM
NBA Injury Report
Luka Don?i? (back) has been ruled out against the Clippers on Wednesday.
Analysis: Don?i? will miss the second leg of the Lakers' back-to-back, which means Austin Reaves should be the focal point of the offense. Quentin Grimes or Collin Sexton will likely replace Don?i? in the starting unit, with both taking on extended roles. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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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