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• Pelicans Encouraged By Zion Williamson's 'Progress With Mental, Physical State'

Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans enter the 2024 offseason in a much better place compared to where they were last year. While sources tell The Athletic that Williamson was never included in any official trade offers, the Pelicans didn't express any urgency in denying rumors about his availability. The Pelicans were strongly linked with Scoot Henderson leading to the draft. Sources also...2024
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• Nuggets star questionable with calf injury ahead of Game 5

Denver Nuggets star Jamal Murray is working through a calf strain and has been deemed "questionable" for Monday's Game 5 showdown with the Los Angeles Lakers....2024
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• Christian Wood Available For Lakers For Game 4

Los Angeles Lakers big man Christian Wood is available to play in Game 4. Wood hasn't played since February 14, due to a knee injury. Los Angeles had hoped he might be available for Game 3, but Wood wasn't quite ready to return. The Lakers are down 3-0 against the Denver Nuggets entering Game 4 of the first round. In his first season with Los Angeles, Wood averaged 6.9 points and 5.1 rebounds in 1...2024
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• Zion Williamson Says 'Realistic' Chance He Returns From Hamstring Injury During Playoffs

Zion Williamson spoke with the media on Tuesday and said there's a "realistic" chance he returns from his hamstring injury during the playoffs. Williamson suffered the injury in the fourth quarter of the New Orleans Pelicans loss to the Los Angeles Lakers in the Play-In last Tuesday. Williamson said the extent of the injury isn't as bad as the one he suffered last year....2024
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• Report: Lakers could get surprise player back from injury for Nuggets series

The reinforcements may be arriving for a Los Angeles Lakers team that needs all the help that they can get right now....2024
• Four-time NBA champion backs Kings to make playoffs

The Pelicans' Zion Williamson will be missing from action in Friday's play-in game following an injury suffered when facing the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday....2024
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• Pelicans’ Zion Williamson to miss Play-In showdown with Lakers due to hamstring strain
By Shams Charania, Alex Andrejev and William Guillory New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson will miss Friday’s Play-In game against the Sacramento Kings due to a left hamstring strain, the team announced. Williamson had an MRI on Wednesday morning and will be re-examined in two weeks. The 23-year-old looked unstoppable during Tuesday’s loss to the Los Angeles Lakers until his night...2024
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• Pelicans’ Zion Williamson Suffers Hamstring Injury In Loss To Lakers

New Orleans Pelicans’ forward Zion Williamson suffered a hamstring injury in Tuesday’s 110-106 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers in an NBA play-in game, per Shams Chaania of The Athletic. The Pelicans, who have lost six straight at home, next face the visiting Sacramento Kings on Friday. The winner will land the No. 8 seed. […] The post Pelicans’ Zion Williamson Suffers Hamstr...2024
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• Report: Zion suffers hamstring injury ahead of Kings-Pels play-in game

New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson reportedly suffered an injury during Tuesday's NBA Play-In Tournament game vs. the Los Angeles Lakers ahead of their matchup against the Kings....2024
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• Zion Williamson Believed To Have Suffered Left Hamstring Injury

Zion Williamson is believed to have injured his left hamstring during the New Orleans Pelicans' 110-106 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, sources told Shams Charania of The Athletic. Williamson will undergo further tests on Wednesday. Williamson had 40 points and 11 rebounds before leaving the game in the fourth quarter. The Pelicans will play the Kings on Friday night....2024
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• Pelicans’ Zion Williamson leaves loss to Lakers with apparent injury
Zion Williamson looked unstoppable during Tuesday’s Play-In Tournament opener against the Los Angeles Lakers, a 110-106 loss, until the New Orleans Pelicans star stopped early. He exited in the final minutes of the matchup after with an apparent injury, slamming a towel and walking to the locker room in the fourth quarter. TNT’s Allie LaForce reported that Pelicans Executive Vice Presi...2024
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• Report reveals early diagnosis for Anthony Davis after late injury against Pelicans

The Los Angeles Lakers got a big-time victory on the final day of the regular season, but it may have come at a cost....2024
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• Lakers’ Anthony Davis Could Play vs. Warriors Despite Hurting Eye Again

According to NBA insider Dave McMenamin of ESPN, Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis could play against the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday (4/9) despite hurting his eye again. Davis aggravated a left eye injury and was ruled out of the second half of the Lakers’ 127-117 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday (4/7). Davis was inadvertently […] The post Lak...2024
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• Anthony Davis Discusses Untimely Eye Injury
Anthony Davis reaggravated a preexisting eye injury during the Los Angeles Lakers’ 127-111 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday. Davis was inadvertently hit in the face by Wolves forward Kyle Anderson late in the first quarter while scoring on an offensive rebound. He was evaluated in the locker room and did not return to the […] The post Anthony Davis Discusses Untimely Eye In...2024
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• Anthony Davis Leaves Lakers' Loss With Eye Injury

Anthony Davis left the Los Angeles Lakers' 127-117 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves with a left eye injury. Davis was hit in the face near the end of the first quarter and was ruled out at halftime. The team is optimistic that Davis will return to the lineup on Tuesday. Davis previously suffered a corneal abrasion to his left eye on March 16 against the Warriors....2024
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• Lakers’ Anthony Davis exits with another eye injury vs. Timberwolves, LeBron James out sick
LOS ANGELES — Just a few hours after LeBron James was ruled out due to flu-like symptoms, the Los Angeles Lakers lost Anthony Davis to an eye injury during Sunday’s game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Davis went to the Lakers’ locker room between the first and second quarters after being struck in his left eye by Kyle Anderson on a put-back dunk with 26 seconds left in the first quarter. Davi...2024
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• Kobe Bryant Played With Torn Rotator Cuff In Shoulder For Years Before Having Surgery: ‘Never Actually Gotten Looked At Because The Strength Was So Good’

Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant was one of the toughest players in NBA history. He routinely played through intense pain and did whatever it took to win games, even if his body betrayed him. After only playing in six games during the 2013-14 season following his Achilles tear in 2012-13, Bryant was forced to go under […] The post Kobe Bryant Played With Torn Rotator Cuff In S...2024
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• Deni Avdija Felt LeBron James Should’ve Checked On Him After Elbowing Him In Head

Washington Wizards forward Deni Avdija told NBA reporters that he felt Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James should’ve checked on him after elbowing him in the head. LeBron elbowed Avdija on April 3. LeBron catches Deni Avdija with an elbow. 😳 pic.twitter.com/I7l0uBleUk — Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) April 4, 2024 “I don’t think he did it […] The post Deni Avdi...2024
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• Lakers’ Jarred Vanderbilt To Be Re-Evaluated Next Week

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Darvin Ham told NBA reporters that Jarred Vanderbilt will be re-evaluated next week. Vanderbilt suffered a serious right foot injury on February 1 against the Boston Celtics in Beantown. Darvin Ham says Jarred Vanderbilt will be re-evaluated early next week. — Jovan Buha (@jovanbuha) April 3, 2024 Jarred Vanderbilt getting […] The post Lakers&#...2024
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• Report: Lakers’ Jarred Vanderbilt Could Return From Injury Soon

According to NBA reporter Jovan Buha of The Athletic, Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt could return from his injury soon. Vanderbilt suffered a serious right foot injury on February 1 against the Boston Celtics. “From what I’ve heard, the Lakers are targeting early April,” Buha said. “I don’t have a concrete date in terms […] The post Report: Lakers’ Jarre...2024
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• Lakers’ D’Angelo Russell On Anthony Davis’ Injury-Prone Label: ‘That’s A Huge Misconception’

During an interview with NBA reporter Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, Los Angeles Lakers guard D’Angelo Russell was asked about Anthony Davis‘ injury-prone label. Russell said Davis gets motivated by his critics. “I think that’s a huge misconception,” Russell said. “It does nothing but motivate him. I’ve never seen him take a game off defensively. He […...2024
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• Lakers’ LeBron James To Be ‘Very Strategic’ With Injured Foot Moving Forward

After the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Memphis Grizzlies, LeBron James told NBA reporters that he’ll be “very strategic” about “games and how many days in between games” he gives himself to rest moving forward. LeBron is dealing with a left foot injury. “Just be very strategic on what, obviously, games and how many days […] The post Lakers’ LeBron James To Be ‘Very Strategic...2024
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• Lakers’ Gabe Vincent Expected To Be Available To Play vs. Nets

According to NBA insider Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium, Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent is expected to be available to play against the Brooklyn Nets on March 31. Vincent has only played in five games this season. He underwent left knee surgery in December. Lakers guard Gabe Vincent is scheduled to join […] The post Lakers’ Gabe Vincent Expected To Be Available...2024
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• LeBron James to be ‘very strategic’ with injured foot in Lakers’ playoff push
Los Angeles Lakers stalwarts LeBron James (foot) and Anthony Davis (knee) are both day to day, trying to make their way back from injuries as the NBA regular-season end creeps near. James limped off the floor late in the team’s 130-120 loss to the Sacramento Kings on March 6. Since then, the superstar has been day to day with left ankle peroneal tendinopathy, an injury James said he’ll...2024
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• Gabe Vincent Available To Return On Sunday

Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent will join the team on their current road trip. Vincent is expected to be available to play on Sunday at the Brooklyn Nets. Vincent hasn't played in a game since December 20. The veteran guard returned to the Lakers lineup on that day and played 14 minutes off the bench. That appearance followed a 23-game absence due to left knee soreness. Following that abbrev...2024
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• Brandon Clarke Could Return From Achilles On Wednesday

Brandon Clarke has been upgraded to questionable for Wednesday's game when the Memphis Grizzlies host the Los Angeles Lakers. Clarke hasn't played since suffering a torn Achilles in March 2023. Clarke was averaging 12.1 points, 6.0 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 58 games before his injury last season....2024
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• LeBron James On Ankle Injury: ‘I Have To Be Strategic And Smart’

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has been bothered, seemingly off and on, by an ankle/foot injury for most of the season — and perhaps even dating back to last. James missed Tuesday’s road game vs. the Milwaukee Bucks and explained to Chris Haynes of TNT/Bleacher Report that he’s taking a cautious approach. “I have […] The post LeBron James On Ankle Injury: ‘...2024
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• LeBron James Out Tuesday Versus Bucks Due To Ankle Soreness

LeBron James has been ruled out for the Los Angeles Lakers' game on Tuesday against the Milwaukee Bucks due to a sore left ankle. James has been dealing with the injury for months. The Lakers are currently three games behind the Suns for the No. 6 seed in the Western Conference....2024
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• LeBron James Doubtful Tuesday Versus Bucks Due To Ankle Soreness

LeBron James is doubtful for the Los Angeles Lakers' game on Tuesday against the Milwaukee Bucks due to a sore left ankle. James has been dealing with the injury for months. The Lakers are currently three games behind the Suns for the No. 6 seed in the Western Conference....2024
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• Lakers’ LeBron James Doubtful vs. Bucks, D’Angelo Russell Poised To Return

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is doubtful to face the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday (3/26). The NBA icon is dealing with soreness in his left ankle. D’Angelo Russell, who missed the Lakers’ game versus the Indiana Pacers on Sunday (3/24) with a non-COVID illness, is not on the injury report for Milwaukee. Lakers injury […] The post Lakers’ LeBron James Doubtf...2024
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