Team Profile
Los Angeles Lakers
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114.2 6thOffensive Rating
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113.6 6thDefensive Rating
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0.6 15thNet Rating
2024 Team Stats
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Points per game117.6 21st
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Points per game Against117.5 20th
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Rebounds per game40.7 26th
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Assists per game27.5 19th
Los Angeles Lakers forward Christian Wood (head) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Phoenix Suns. Wood is a late addition to the injury report due to a migraine. This is not good news with the Lakers already shorthanded due to Rui Hachimura (calf) sitting out. If both players sit, Jarred Vanderbilt would likely see a significant role in the rotation. That means, Vanderbilt might actually have decent streaming appeal if Wood is out as well on Thursday.
Los Angeles Lakers forward Cam Reddish (face) is expected to be available for Thursday's game against the Phoenix Suns. It sounds like Reddish should return to the starting five for this game. That's assuming Reddish is able to get through his pregame routine without any issues. Max Christie would likely take a hit in value with Reddish expected to suit up on Thursday.
Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (calf) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Phoenix Suns. This marks the fifth game in a row that Hachimura has missed due to a left calf strain. His absence will mean that Jarred Vanderbilt and Christian Wood will absorb extra playing time. It sounds like Hachimura has been making good progress and is hopeful to play on Saturday. Fantasy managers will have to check back for another update.
Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (calf) has been ruled out ahead of Tuesday's game against the Toronto Raptors. This marks the fourth game in a row that Hachimura has missed due to a left calf strain. It's worth noting that head coach Darvin Ham said Hachimura had a good day at practice on Monday. It sounds like Hachimura is still day-to-day, so possibly he suits up on Thursday. Until then, Christian Wood and Jarred Vanderbilt will see an extended look in the rotation.
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (ankle) is currently listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Toronto Raptors. Fantasy managers shouldn't be worried as James seems to be a regular on the injury report. Despite that, James continues to suit up and that should continue on Tuesday. If he sits, Jarred Vanderbilt figures to move into the starting five. Fantasy managers should check back on Tuesday, but James should be fine for this game.