Lakers latest news

Here are the latest news and updates about the Los Angeles Lakers:

Recent News

  1. LeBron James to miss 2-3 weeks with ankle sprain: The Lakers announced that LeBron James will miss 2-3 weeks with a high ankle sprain he suffered in a game against the Atlanta Hawks on December 23.
  2. Anthony Davis to return to lineup: After missing several games with a calf strain, Anthony Davis is expected to return to the lineup for the Lakers' game against the Denver Nuggets on January 3.
  3. Lakers sign guard Quinn Cook: The Lakers have signed guard Quinn Cook to a 10-day contract, providing depth to their backcourt.
  4. Frank Vogel's contract extension: The Lakers have extended head coach Frank Vogel's contract through the 2023-2024 season.

Recent Games

  1. Lakers fall to Hawks in overtime: The Lakers lost to the Atlanta Hawks 117-114 in overtime on December 23, with LeBron James leaving the game with an ankle injury.
  2. Lakers defeat Warriors in overtime: The Lakers defeated the Golden State Warriors 117-115 in overtime on December 20, with Anthony Davis scoring 30 points.
  3. Lakers lose to Nuggets in Denver: The Lakers lost to the Denver Nuggets 122-105 on December 18, with Nikola Jokić dominating the game with 27 points and 12 rebounds.

Standings and Schedule

  1. Lakers' record: The Lakers are currently 22-14 and in third place in the Western Conference.
  2. Upcoming schedule: The Lakers have a tough stretch of games ahead, including matchups against the Denver Nuggets, Utah Jazz, and Boston Celtics.

Injuries

  1. LeBron James (ankle sprain): Out 2-3 weeks
  2. Anthony Davis (calf strain): Expected to return to lineup soon
  3. Dwight Howard (ankle sprain): Out indefinitely

Roster

  1. LeBron James: Forward
  2. Anthony Davis: Forward
  3. Dwight Howard: Center
  4. Danny Green: Guard
  5. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope: Guard
  6. Kyle Kuzma: Forward
  7. Alex Caruso: Guard
  8. Quinn Cook: Guard (10-day contract)

Stay tuned for more updates on the Los Angeles Lakers!