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Jan 20, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) controls the ball as Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes (11) guards in the fourth quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Los Angeles Lakers veteran center Jaxson Hayes has been dealing with a back issue recently.

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Los Angeles Lakers veteran center Jaxson Hayes has been dealing with a back issue recently.

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Jan 24, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) looks to pass the ball to guard Marcus Smart (36) during the second quarter against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Lakers have been dealing with some injuries to key players as of late, heading into the final stretch of the 2025-26 NBA season.

Mar 22, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) looks to pass against Chicago Bulls forward Patrick Williams (44) during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images

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Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James continues to deal with injury issues during the final stretch of the 2025-26 NBA season.

Mar 5, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick at press conference at the Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Lakers are starting to get a bit banged up during the final stretch of the 2025-26 NBA season.

Mar 27, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls forward Patrick Williams (44) defends Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) during the first quarter at United Center. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

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Los Angeles Lakers superstar forward LeBron James has missed three straight games due to some injury issues, and now Marcus Smart is on the injury report.

Apr 27, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) guards Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) in the second quarter during game four of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

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Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is dealing with a couple of different injuries during the final stretch of the 2025-26 NBA season.

Mar 6, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James watches from the bench against the Indiana Pacers at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is in danger of missing a third straight game ahead of matchup with Minnesota Timberwolves.

Mar 6, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) shoots against New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) during overtime at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is dealing with an elbow issue, which has threatened to keep him sidelined against the New York Knicks.

Dec 23, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) and center Deandre Ayton (5) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Lakers provide an update on the injury status of stars LeBron James and Deandre Ayton ahead of clash with the New York Knicks.

Mar 5, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts on the court after a play in the fourth quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Lakers are dealing with some injuries heading into Friday's game against the Indiana Pacers.

Feb 5, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Maxi Kleber (14) reacts after a dunk in the first half against the Philadelphia 76ers at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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On Thursday night, the Los Angeles Lakers will take on Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena in what will be the first of the final 10 road games of

Feb 26, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick reacts against the Phoenix Suns in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Lakers receive some unfortunate injury news ahead of Tuesday's matchup against the New Orleans Pelicans.

Jan 12, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) walks towards the team bench during a break in the action against the Sacramento Kings in the third quarter at the Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Lakers get one final update on LeBron James' status ahead of the divisional clash with the visiting Sacramento Kings.

Apr 11, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt (2), forward LeBron James (23), forward Rui Hachimura (28), center Jaxson Hayes (11), and Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent (7) celebrate after scoring against the Houston Rockets during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Lakers may be a bit shorthanded for Sunday's game against the Sacramento Kings.

Oct 12, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (28) is defended by Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski (2) during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Lakers will be without veteran forward Rui Hachimura for a second straight game.

Oct 3, 2025; Palm Desert, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (28) brings the ball down court during the first half against the Phoenix Suns at Acrisure Arena. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Lakers will have to play without Rui Hachimura on the road on Thursday night against the Phoenix Suns.

Feb 14, 2026; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes (11) and Orlando Magic guard Jase Richardson (11) react during the slam dunk contest during the 2026 NBA All Star Saturday Night at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Lakers will be without veteran center Jaxson Hayes for Tuesday's game against the Orlando Magic.

Oct 31, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) reacts with guard Austin Reaves (15) during a timeout during the second quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Lakers will get a fresh start after the NBA All-Star break, with promising news from head coach JJ Redick.

Feb 15, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; Team World guard Luka Doncic (77) of the Los Angeles Lakers shoots against Team USA Stars guard Anthony Edwards (5) of the Minnesota Timberwolves in game one during the 75th NBA All-Star Game at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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Los Angeles Lakers superstar guard Luka Doncic continues to nurse a hamstring injury after NBA All-Star Weekend.

Feb 9, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (middle) watches a game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

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Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic continues to deal with a hamstring injury, which has kept him sidelined for four straight games.

Feb 3, 2026; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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The Los Angeles Lakers will likely get superstar guard Luka Doncic back on the floor sooner rather than later.

Feb 1, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) during the second quarter against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic is dealing with a hamstring injury, but might not miss as much time as expected.

Feb 9, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) looks on during the second half against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

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Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James sees another remarkable streak come to an end.

Feb 1, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) points in the direction of Knicks fan Spike Lee (not pictured) after a three point shot against the New York Knicks during the third quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic is dealing with a hamstring injury.

Feb 3, 2026; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) gestures after scoring in the first quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic is once again dealing with an injury that will result in missed time.