The Los Angeles Lakers lost in their last match against the Miami Heat. The score stood at a close 108-107, in favor of the Heat. What concerns coach Darvin Ham more is Anthony Davis getting injured again. AD is highly unpopular for being injury-prone. In the last match, he was subbed twice. Though he tried his best to come on the court a third time, it simply did not help as he was visibly uncomfortable.
The Brow, reportedly suffering from hip and groin spams, is chiefly a matter of concern for the Lakers’ management as a whole. One bad move, and there he goes out for the majority of the season. Is he starting against the Houston Rockets in tonight’s match?
Anthony Davis is missing the game vs Rockets
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Anthony Davis is not playing vs the Houston Rockets as per Lakers’ beat writer Mike Trudell.
https://x.com/LakersReporter/status/1722406266461442446?s=20
Though AD opened up about his injury in the post-match interview after their last match, his condition still remains a question. AD said, ?I think letting it calm down, just talking to my trainer, everything will be fine.??
Trudell, hours before the game, had declared AD questionable.
Rui Hachimura is probable to return for the Lakers on Wednesday in Houston.
Anthony Davis (hip) and Jaxson Hayes (ankle) are both questionable.
Vincent and Vanderbilt remain out.
? Mike Trudell (@LakersReporter) November 7, 2023
Ham is clearly not eyeing to risk their crucial dice with the long season lying ahead. He can come back fit in the upcoming matches. If the decision stands, it would be an overall good decision from the Lakers’ end.
Other than that, the news regarding the Japanese Rui Hachimura’s return sends fans into a frenzy. He was ruled out due to an injury after playing three games this season. Averaging 8.0 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 0.3 assists, he can be a real threat to the opponents if stays fit.
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What is waiting for the Lakers?
The Lakers are currently tenth in the Western Conference table. Not so satisfactory for the team with enough firepower and championship-contending roster. The only player who remains consistent is none other than LeBron James. He is averaging 25.3 points, with 8.4 rebounds, and 5.4 assists. The Lakers are looking clueless in non-LeBron minutes.
Can the Lakers clinch their 18th NBA title? A lot will chiefly depend upon Anthony Davis? staying fit.
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