Taylor Bicht
2 min read • April 15, 2024
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The Los Angeles Lakers have been managing a variety of injuries this season, largely impacting their role players. Key role players like Gabe Vincent, Jarred Vanderbilt, and Christian Wood have all faced significant time away from the court due to injuries, affecting the team's overall depth and flexibility. Vincent recently made his return from a chronic knee issue, which is a positive development for the team. However, both Vanderbilt (foot) and Wood (knee) have not played since February, leaving noticeable gaps in the Lakers' bench rotation.
Lakers star LeBron James continues to fight father time, opting to play through an ankle issue that has been a recurring entry on the injury report throughout much of the season.
As the playoffs approach, the Lakers are seeing signs of becoming healthier at just the right time. With James playing well and key players beginning to return from injuries, there is a growing optimism around the team's potential. The return of depth players like Vincent and the anticipated comeback of others like Vanderbilt and Wood could significantly bolster the Lakers' roster, enhancing their ability to compete effectively in the postseason.
Forward Anthony Davis left the Lakers 124-108 win over the Pelicans on Sunday with hip and back spasms. Lakers Head Coach Darvin Ham confirmed to reporters that Davis suffered spasms. But postgame, both Davis and Ham shared their optimism that Davis will be ready to play on Tuesday vs. the Pelicans in the NBA Play-In Tournament.
Written by Taylor Bicht