Will LeBron James & Anthony Davis Play Tonight? Los Angeles Lakers vs Detroit Pistons: Team News, Lineups, and Predictions

After two crushing losses to the Pistons and the 76ers, the champions, Los Angeles Lakers, have bounced back in some style, winning three games in a row. They have the second best record in the league, with 17 wins and 6 losses.

The Pistons’ disastrous season continued against the Suns as they were beaten 109-92. With this loss, they have now suffered their 17th loss of the season. Given the injury woes they have been suffering, their lack luster form is not surprising.

The Lakers face off against the Pistons tonight at 10:00 PM EST. Take a look at the predicted lineups and the injury updates.

Los Angeles Lakers injury updates and lineup prediction

The Lakers won their third match in a row as they beat the Nuggets 114-93. With this win, they have the second best record in the league.

However, they might have some injury concerns for their upcoming game. Jared Dudley and Kostas Antetokounmpo are sidelined with calf and knee injuries, respectively, while superstar Anthony Davis is questionable as he recovers from a knee injury.

Given the Lakers’ dismal performance against the Pistons in the absence of Davis, the team will hope that he is available for tonight. The Lakers will hope that they can continue their winning streak against the weak opposition.

Probable Lineup

Dennis Schroder (G)

Kentavious Caldwell Pope (G)

LeBron James (F)

Anthony Davis (F)

Marc Gasol (C)

Detroit Pistons injury updates and lineup prediction

The Pistons secured a shocking win in their last game against the Lakers. Since then, they haven’t won any of the three games they have played. In fact, they have the worst record in the NBA with only 5 wins in 22 games.

The Pistons have some major injury concerns. Guards Wayne Ellington, Frank Jackson and Killian Hayes are out with a calf, ankle, and a hip injury, respectively. Center Jahlil Okafor is out with a knee injury, while Derrick Rose might be rested against the Lakers.

The Pistons will hope that they can replicate their earlier result against the Lakers this time as well.

Probable Lineup

Delon Wright (G)

Saddiq Bey (G)

Jerami Grant (F)

Blake Griffin (F)

Mason Plumlee (C)

Predictions

The Lakers are in fine form going into this game against the Pistons. With both of their superstars performing at a high level, the champions will be keen on defeating the Pistons this time around. They are surely the favorites in this game.