Dorian Finney-Smith DVOA, Advanced Stats, & Fantasy Rankings

Los Angeles Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) will be active on Wednesday against the Charlotte Hornets. He missed the last game before the All-Star break due to ankle soreness. Finney-Smith has been a solid addition to the Lakers rotation, but his fantasy stock has significantly dropped since his move to Los Angeles. The 31-year-old has been limited to 6.0 points and 3.0 rebounds in 25.2 minutes with his new squad. On Wednesday, Finney-Smith may have a larger role in the proceedings if LeBron James (foot) cannot play. The Lakers have listed James as questionable for the matchup.

Los Angeles Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Wednesday's game against the Utah Jazz. He is nursing an ankle issue, so the Lakers have decided to hold him out during the final game before the All-Star break. His absence should free up additional playing time for Dalton Knecht, Shake Milton, and Jarred Vanderbilt. None of them are great streaming choices, but Knecht probably has the most upside out of the three. Fantasy managers should expect Finney-Smith to be back in the rotation after the break.

Los Angeles Lakers forward/center Dorian Finney-Smith (shoulder) will not play on Thursday against the Washington Wizards. He has been downgraded from questionable to out. The Lakers are pretty banged up right now, meaning the likes of Dalton Knecht, Jarred Vanderbilt, and Cam Reddish will need to take on additional responsibility. Finney-Smith's first chance to make a comeback will be on Saturday against the New York Knicks.

Los Angeles Lakers forward/center Dorian Finney-Smith (shoulder) is questionable for Thursday's matchup against the Washington Wizards. The versatile veteran hurt his right shoulder on Tuesday against the Philadelphia 76ers. Finney-Smith's injury has come at an unfortunate time for the Lakers, as he's an option to cover some of Anthony Davis' (abdomen) minutes. If Finney-Smith can't play on Thursday, the responsibility will primarily fall on the shoulders of Jarred Vanderbilt and Jaxson Hayes. Christian Koloko is also an option to log minutes at center.

Los Angeles Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith (personal) has been downgraded from doubtful to out on Friday and will not suit up against his former team, the Brooklyn Nets. Finney-Smith and his wife welcomed their newborn son on Wednesday and it looks like he'll get a bit of time off so he can be with his family. In the meantime, Rui Hachimura should see an increase in usage again after he posted 23 points, eight rebounds, one assist, and one steal. Max Christie will likely see added minutes with the starters too.