Lakers Injury Update: Is Rui Hachimura Playing Tonight vs Clippers?

The Japanese power forward is an important part of the Lakers team at this point. The 6’8 forward is a major part of Darvin Ham’s plan, who intends to rotate his players throughout this season. The rotation policy, however controversial, is proving to be useful for the team. The Lakers are in the ninth position in the Western Conference, while the Clippers are seventh. The latter have played a match less though. They are facing each other in the much-awaited Hallway Series.

Wonder what will be the Lakers line-up against the Clippers? Who will miss out and who is probable?

Rui Hachimura Is Doubtful

In an X (formerly Twitter) post shared by Jovan Buha, the injury updates of the Lakers are shared. Hachimura was ruled out against the Orlando Magic due to his left eye contusion. He is, yet again, doubtful tonight.

Coach Darvin Ham said that he saw Hachimura rubbing his eyes on the game against the Sacramento Kings. He also mentioned that he had trouble sleeping. Though not as concerning as it might sound, it looks like it might take a game or two for him to get back on track.

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On the other hand, shooting guard Cam Reddish is probable and point guard Jalen Hood-Schifino remains out. Reddish is being bothered by right foot soreness. Jalen is out with a right patella contusion. The injuries seem minor and can be addressed at this stage without any hesitation. The Lakers would eye to have their entire squad as the championship progresses.

Hachimura On His Previous Games

Having played just 14.7 minutes on average, Hachimura scored 8.0 points, with an average rebound of 3.0 and a single assist against the Kings. His best display came against the Kings, where he bagged 11 points, 6 rebounds, and an assist.

Will Hachimura return in the Lakers’ next match against the Orlando Magic on 5th November? Nothing confirmed can be said as of now, keeping in mind different circumstances. But Hachimura will be an integral part of the Lakers on their championship stint. He has a great team, with great players to learn from.

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If he stays fit, the Lakers have a very high chance of reaching and possibly winning a championship this season.