This season, the LA Lakers injury list has been extensive with a few recurring mentions. Along with regular appearances by names like Cam Reddish and Jarred Vanderbilt, LeBron James,, LeBron Jameand Gabe Vincent have been mainstays.
The availability of role players Max Christie and Cam Reddish is a major talking topic ahead of the Lakers’ Valentine’s Day matchup with the Utah Jazz.
Christie’s ankle sprain occurred during the Denver Nuggets’ 114-106 defeat on Thursday. With the same injury as Christie, Reddish has missed time since the team’s Jan. 23 loss to the LA Clippers, 127-116.
The Lakers need at least one of these two defensive threats to return to the starting lineup after Jarred Vanderbilt (mid-foot) missed several weeks of action. But following the NBA All-Star break, both players should be back.
As the Lakers play their second night of back-to-back games, LeBron James announced his departure, perhaps as part of a prearranged plot. Sunday will mark LeBron’s 20th NBA All-Star appearance.
Due to his persistent hip and Achilles problems, Anthony Davis’ status going into the game on Wednesday is probably uncertain. Gabe Vincent is the other person not present on the list as he continues to heal from knee surgery.
The LA Lakers’ injury report for their game against the Utah Jazz on Wednesday is as follows:
