Maxi Kleber remains out for Lakers, Wolves' Rob Dillingham also ruled out for Game 1

LeBron James is listed as probable to play with a left hip flexor strain.

Dallas Mavericks forward Maxi Kleber passes the ball as Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert defends during the fourth quarter of Game 4 of the Western Conference finals at American Airlines Center in Dallas on May 28, 2024. | Kevin Jairaj / Imagn Images

The Minnesota Timberwolves and Los Angeles Lakers are both nearly at full strength entering their Western Conference first-round series, beginning with Saturday night's Game 1, which is scheduled for a 7:30 p.m. CT tipoff in Los Angeles.

But two players — the Lakers' Maxi Kleber (foot) and the Timberwolves' Rob Dillingham (ankle) — have been ruled out for Saturday night's game. Kleber was one of the Lakers' additions in the Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis trade, however, he is yet to make his L.A. debut as he's been recovering from foot surgery. Lakers coach J.J. Redick said this week that Kleber was a full participant in team drills, though there is not a clear timetable for his return. It could potentially come this series.

Dillingham was a late add to the injury report on Saturday and was ruled out just before gametime due to the ankle injury. According to the Star Tribune's Chris Hine, Dillingham hurt his ankle during the team's "stay in shape" league and was walking around with a noticeable limp pregame. The rookie guard would have been unlikely to see action in the game.

LeBron James (hip) is also on the Lakers' injury report, though he was listed as probable for the game. James did have a groin injury late this season, but when asked about it on Friday, James said he will be available to play on Saturday.

The Wolves and Lakers kick off their postseason at 7:30 p.m. CT Saturday at Crypto.com Arena.