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Austin Reaves Austin Reaves (calf) plays 21 minutes in return
Tue, Feb 3, 2026, 4:54 PM
Austin Reaves (calf) recorded 15 points (3-of-9 FGs, 8-of-10 FTs), four rebounds, one assist, two steals and one three-pointer in Tuesday's win over the Nets.
Analysis: With Tuesday's game being the first for Reaves since Christmas Day, he was on a minutes restriction. Coming off the bench, the Lakers' guard logged 21 minutes in his first game back. Reaves didn't have the best night shooting the ball, but he was able to get to the foul line. Based on how Lakers head coach JJ Redick handled the rotation, Jake LaRavia could be the odd man out once Reaves' playing time is no longer restricted. Reaves started the second half, replacing LaRavia (18 points, five rebounds, one steal and one three-pointer). However, LaRavia heading to the bench isn't set in stone, especially with Marcus Smart (6/3/1/1) being the player who moved into the lineup when Reaves went down in December. |
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Luka Doncic Luka Don?i? posts 24 points, six rebounds vs. BKN
Tue, Feb 3, 2026, 4:54 PM
Luka Don?i? amassed 24 points (8-of-18 FGs, 4-of-6 FTs), six rebounds, five assists, one steal and four three-pointers in Tuesday's win over the Nets.
Analysis: Don?i?'s points total on Tuesday was his lowest in nearly a month, but the game being a blowout had more to do with that than anything the Nets may have done defensively. Regarding per-game value, he has been a top-5 player over the past two weeks. Getting Austin Reaves back in the fold should only help Don?i? from a spacing standpoint as the returnee shakes off the rust after missing more than a month with a strained calf. |
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LeBron James LeBron James scores game-high 25 points vs. BKN
Tue, Feb 3, 2026, 4:53 PM
LeBron James tallied 25 points (10-of-16 FGs, 5-of-7 FTs), three rebounds, seven assists and three steals in Tuesday's win over the Nets.
Analysis: The Lakers ended their annual Grammys road trip with a 5-3 record, blowing out the Nets on Tuesday. With the game getting out of hand by halftime, the team was able to give its stars a little more time on the bench. James played 30 minutes, and he wasn't put under too much stress in his time on the floor. He should be well-rested for Thursday's game against the 76ers, the first of two home games the Lakers will play to conclude Week 16. |
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Austin Reaves Austin Reaves (calf) available Tuesday vs. Nets
Tue, Feb 3, 2026, 12:40 PM
Austin Reaves (calf) is available for Tuesday's game against the Nets.
Analysis: Reaves is back after sitting out the last 18 Lakers games with a calf injury. Marcus Smart will likely remain in the starting lineup Tuesday as Lakers coach JJ Redick told reporters Reaves will come off the bench and be on a minutes restriction. Despite Reaves' return, Smart should have a significant role against the Nets on Tuesday. |
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Austin Reaves Austin Reaves (calf) questionable vs. Brooklyn
Mon, Feb 2, 2026, 10:56 AM
NBA Injury Report
Austin Reaves (calf) is questionable to play against the Nets on Tuesday.
Analysis: Reaves has missed the last 18 games for the Lakers but has been questionable ahead of their last couple of games. He could make his long-awaited return against Brooklyn, which would push Marcus Smart to the bench. Reaves will likely have his minutes managed, so Smart should still play a significant reserve role. |
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Deandre Ayton Deandre Ayton doesn't miss, scores 13 points
Sun, Feb 1, 2026, 4:19 PM
Deandre Ayton finished Sunday's loss to the Knicks with 13 points (6-of-6 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), five rebounds, one assist and one steal.
Analysis: Ayton only attempted six shots on Sunday, but he made the most of his opportunities, knocking down all six of them. The production wasn't on par with what he did in Friday's win over the Wizards, but the Knicks are a far better team than Washington, so greater resistance was expected. Over the past two weeks, Ayton's limited production outside of points and rebounds has weighed down his fantasy value. Even if he doesn't score 28 points as he did on Saturday, doing more as a defender will help preserve Ayton's value. |
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LeBron James LeBron James records 22 points, six assists
Sun, Feb 1, 2026, 4:19 PM
LeBron James accounted for 22 points (9-of-15 FGs, 2-of-6 FTs), five rebounds, six assists, one steal and two three-pointers in Sunday's loss to the Knicks.
Analysis: If Sunday's visit to Madison Square Garden was James's last as an active NBA player, he had a solid night at the office. For those in leagues that include turnovers, the 41-year-old committed just one, a step in the right direction given recent performances. LeBron has averaged 3.3 turnovers per game over the past two weeks, and the limited defensive production has also lowered his fantasy value. The good news for him and the Lakers is that they play three games in Week 16 without a back-to-back. |
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Luka Doncic Luka Don?i? scores game-high 30 points vs. NYK
Sun, Feb 1, 2026, 4:18 PM
Luka Don?i? tallied 30 points (10-of-23 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), 15 rebounds, eight assists and five three-pointers in Sunday's loss to the Knicks.
Analysis: The NBA's leading scorer, Don?i?, has scored at least 30 points in six of his last seven games, missing out on a 30-point streak due to a measly 29-point effort against the Cavaliers on Wednesday. He finished Sunday's defeat two assists shy of a triple-double and has been the top-ranked player in fantasy basketball over the past two weeks, according to Basketball Monster. The Lakers play three games in Week 16, starting with the final game of their road trip on Tuesday against the Nets. |
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Austin Reaves Redick: Austin Reaves (calf) could return Tuesday
Sun, Feb 1, 2026, 3:59 PM
Law Murray
Lakers head coach JJ Redick said after Sunday's loss to the Knicks that he hopes to get Austin Reaves (calf) back on Tuesday against the Nets.
Analysis: Given the high-profile nature of Sunday's game, there was hope that Reaves would be able to return after missing 18 games with a strained calf. Unfortunately, after going through his pregame workout, the Lakers' guard could not play. While there is hope that Reaves will be able to play on Thursday, Redick noted that the guard needs to have â100 percent confidenceâ in his calf before returning. Reaves is considered day-to-day, and Marcus Smart will remain in the starting lineup until that changes. |
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Austin Reaves Austin Reaves (calf) out Sunday vs. Knicks
Sun, Feb 1, 2026, 12:13 PM
Austin Reaves (calf) is out for Sunday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: Initially listed as questionable with a calf injury, Reaves will remain out as he hasn't played since December 25. The 27-year-old shooting guard's return may not be far off, but Marcus Smart is in line for another start Sunday, though he's not worth rostering in most fantasy leagues. |
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Austin Reaves Austin Reaves (calf) questionable vs. New York
Sat, Jan 31, 2026, 12:02 PM
NBA Injury Report
Austin Reaves (calf) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: Reaves has been out since Christmas Day, but that could change during the Lakers' lone trip to Madison Square Garden. Marcus Smart has been the replacement in the starting lineup, but the production has not been consistent enough to merit being rostered in most 12-team leagues. |
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LeBron James LeBron posts 20/3/6/2 line vs. Washington
Fri, Jan 30, 2026, 3:54 PM
LeBron James lit up the Wizards with 20 points (8-of-16 FGs), three rebounds, six assists, two steals and two three-pointers on Friday.
Analysis: James struggled in Wednesday's blowout loss, but he was able to get back on track in this game. He was far more efficient, though it didn't turn into a great outing because of how dominant Luka Doncic and Deandre Ayton were and how lopsided the score was. Still, it was good to see LeBron bounce back, especially since he has been quieter in recent weeks after a strong start to January. Next up on the schedule is a trip to New York on Sunday, which will be game seven of this eight game road trip. |
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Luka Doncic Don?i? records triple-double before halftime
Fri, Jan 30, 2026, 3:44 PM
Luka Don?i? led the Lakers with 37 points (13-of-21 FGs), 11 rebounds, 13 assists, three steals, six three-pointers and five turnovers in a 142-111 win over the Wizards on Friday.
Analysis: Don?i? got off to an unreal start to this game, and he ended up entering halftime with 26 points, 10 rebounds and 11 assists. This was the second time in Don?i?'s career that he recorded a triple-double in a single half, joining Nikola Jokic and Russell Westbrook as the only players to do it multiple times in the play-by-play era, per Stathead. He has been fantastic all season, and this performance was one of his best. He'll look to keep it going in New York on Sunday to wrap up the week. |
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Deandre Ayton Domin-Ayton records 28/13/3/1/3 line vs. Wizards
Fri, Jan 30, 2026, 3:41 PM
Deandre Ayton posted a full line on Friday with 28 points (12-of-14 FGs), 13 rebounds, three assists, one steal and three blocks against the Wizards.
Analysis: It has been a rough stretch for Ayton recently, but the Wizards didn't have an answer for him in this game. This was Domin-Ayton at his finest. Across his five games prior to this game, he had scored a total of 33 points. He fell one point shy of matching his season high for scoring, though that hasn't been typical for him. Ayton's role has been inconsistent, which has contributed to his production following the same trend. He'll look to stay hot in New York on Sunday. |
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Luka Doncic Luka Don?i? (ankle) available Friday vs. Wizards
Fri, Jan 30, 2026, 11:40 AM
Luka Don?i? (ankle) is available for Friday's game against the Wizards.
Analysis: Don?i? twisted his ankle during Wednesday's loss to the Cavaliers. The 26-year-old point guard was able to return and finish the game, but wound up on the injury report as questionable. Don?i? will play Friday against the Wizards and should be without restriction. |
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Austin Reaves Austin Reaves (calf) ruled out vs. Washington
Fri, Jan 30, 2026, 11:40 AM
Dave McMenamin
Austin Reaves (calf) has been ruled out against the Wizards on Friday.
Analysis: Reaves hasn't played since Christmas Day, but he was upgraded to questionable ahead of this game. However, he won't make his return yet, which means Marcus Smart will get another start. Reaves' next chance to play will be against the Knicks on Sunday. |
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Austin Reaves Austin Reaves (calf) could return to lineup Friday
Thu, Jan 29, 2026, 11:13 AM
NBA Injury Report
Austin Reaves (calf) is questionable to play against the Wizards on Friday.
Analysis: Reaves has been sidelined since Christmas Day, but he could be back to take on Washington. Marcus Smart has been starting in his place, but with Luka Doncic (ankle) also questionable, there is a scenario where Reaves returns and Smart starts in place of Luka. Eventually, Smart will be pushed to a reserve role. |
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Luka Doncic Luka Don?i? (ankle) questionable vs. Washington
Thu, Jan 29, 2026, 11:08 AM
NBA Injury Report
Luka Don?i? (ankle) is questionable to play against the Wizards on Friday.
Analysis: The Cavs' lifted court resulted in an injury scare for Don?i? and the Lakers; he twisted his ankle on the uneven surface while hopping backwards after shooting a three-pointer. He was able to return to finish the game, but there is a chance he sits out against Washington. In that scenario, Gabe Vincent will likely slide back into the starting unit in his place. |
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Deandre Ayton Deandre Ayton scores 10 points vs. Cleveland
Wed, Jan 28, 2026, 3:32 PM
Deandre Ayton tallied 10 points (4-of-4 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), four rebounds, two assists and one blocked shot in Wednesday's loss to the Cavaliers.
Analysis: The good news for Ayton and those who have him on their fantasy rosters is that he didn't miss a shot. The bad news is that he wasn't much of a factor otherwise, recording four rebounds and a blocked shot in addition to his 10 points. With LeBron James being 41, the Lakers need more from Ayton. And so do those who have him rostered. |
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LeBron James LeBron James limited to 11 points vs. Cleveland
Wed, Jan 28, 2026, 3:32 PM
LeBron James amassed 11 points (3-of-10 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), three rebounds, five assists and one steal in Wednesday's loss to the Cavaliers.
Analysis: It's unknown whether this will be LeBron's final visit to Cleveland as an active NBA player, but the emotions of the moment appeared to get the best of him during a first-quarter video tribute. As for his production, the Lakers' forward struggled, shooting 30 percent from the field and committing six turnovers. James will look to rebound on Friday when the Lakers visit the Wizards. |
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