JALEN HOOD-SCHIFINO NEWS

Absent from injury report Hood-Schifino (hamstring) is not on the injury report ahead of Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Impact Hood-Schifino missed the last three games due to a sore left groin and a left hamstring injury, but it appears he is poised to return Sunday. His last appearance was Dec. 1 against the Jazz, when he posted four points, one rebound, one assist and one block over 13 minutes off the bench.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Missing another game Hood-Schifino has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Hawks with a left hamstring strain, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Hood-Schifino's absences for the past two contests had been attributed to a sore left groin, but the Lakers are now listing him with the hamstring injury, which had previously cost him time in November. The Lakers seem content to evaluate Hood-Schifino's status on a game-by-game basis, but even once he's cleared to play, he won't be part of the rotation.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Wednesday Hood-Schifino will not play Wednesday versus Miami.

Impact Hood-Schifino's injury woes continue, as he has appeared in just two contests this season largely due to lower body injuries. His next opportunity to take the court comes Friday versus Atlanta.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Wednesday Hood-Schifino (groin) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Heat.

Impact Hood-Schifino is in danger of missing a second straight game due to left groin soreness. He's made only two NBA appearances this season, so his potential absence shouldn't impact the Lakers' rotation.

DECEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Monday Hood-Schifino (groin) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Minnesota, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact Hood-Schifino was added to the injury report due left groin soreness, and he will be in street clothes for Monday's Western Conference clash. Hood-Schifino hasn't seen much playing time even when healthy, but his next chance to be available will be Wednesday against Miami.

DECEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Monday Hood-Schifino is questionable for Monday's game against Minnesota with left groin soreness, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Hood-Schifino's status is irrelevant in most fantasy leagues, as he's played a total of 14 minutes across two appearances this season. Plus, D'Angelo Russell (illness) is expected back Monday.

DECEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Gets 13 minutes off bench Hood-Schifino (hamstring) tallied four points (1-1 FG, 2-2 FT), one rebound, one assist and one block in 13 minutes off the bench in Sunday's 105-104 win over the Jazz.

Impact Hood-Schifino had appeared on Lakers injury reports for much of the past two weeks due to a hamstring strain, but after a brief stint in the G League, he returned to the NBA club ahead of Sunday's contest. Though he's been outside of the rotation all season, Hood-Schifino was needed to fill minutes out of the backcourt while the Lakers were without D'Angelo Russell (illness), Cam Reddish (illness), Austin Reaves (pelvis), Bronny James (heel) and Quincy Olivari (ankle). If any of Russell, Reddish or Reaves are available for Monday's game in Minnesota, Hood-Schifino will presumably move back out of the rotation.

DECEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled by Lakers The Lakers recalled Hood-Schifino from the G League's South Bay Lakers on Saturday.

Impact Hood-Schifino will be available off the bench for the Lakers against the Jazz on Sunday, but he is unlikely to see the floor except in garbage time in the fourth quarter.

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Not listed on injury report Hood-Schifino (hamstring) is not listed on the injury report for Friday's game against the Thunder, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

Impact Hood-Schifino was assigned to the South Bay Lakers on Tuesday, but his absence from the injury report suggests he's trending closer to a return to the hardwood. Even if he's available, he's not likely to see heavy minutes off the bench and shouldn't play a significant role in fantasy.

NOVEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Hood-Schifino (hamstring) is out for Saturday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact This is Hood-Schifino's seventh consecutive absence, but the guard wouldn't have a big role in the rotation even if available. His next chance to play will come against the Suns on Tuesday.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Saturday Hood-Schifino (hamstring) is doubtful for Saturday's game versus the Nuggets, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

Impact Hood-Schifino is expected to miss his seventh straight contest Saturday despite not showing up on the injury report all day. However, the second-year guard's likely absence won't impact the Lakers' rotation, as he has logged just one total minute this season.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Not on injury report anymore Hood-Schifino (hamstring) is not on the injury report ahead of Saturday's game against the Nuggets, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Hood-Schifino is expected to make his return Saturday, but his presence won't move the needle too much from a fantasy perspective. He's made just one appearance off the bench in 2024-25 and seems to be out of head coach JJ Redick's rotation for the time being.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Hood-Schifino (hamstring) is out for Thursday's game versus the Magic.

Impact Hood-Schifino hasn't played since Nov. 8 due to a left hamstring strain. His next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Denver.

NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Listed out for Tuesday Hood-Schifino (hamstring) is out for Tuesday's game against the Jazz, Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet reports.

Impact Hood-Schifino has yet to return to health after suffering both a groin and hamstring injury earlier in the year. He's back up with the NBA club for now but won't be available off the bench Tuesday.

NOVEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Back to NBA The Lakers recalled Hood-Schifino (hamstring) from the G League's South Bay Lakers on Monday.

Impact Hood-Schifino has dealt with groin and hamstring injuries this season, and he didn't play in South Bay's loss to the Stockton Kings on Sunday. It's unclear when he'll be able to suit up again, though we can presume it'll be in the G League as he's made only a singular one-minute NBA appearance this season.

NOVEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Saturday Hood-Schifino (groin) Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times in Saturday's game versus the Pelicans, Dan reports.

Impact Hood-Schifino will miss his third straight game Saturday due to left groin soreness. His next chance to suit up is Tuesday's matchup with Utah.

NOVEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing vs. Spurs Hood-Schifino (groin) is out for Friday's game against the Spurs.

Impact This will be the second straight game Hood-Schifino will miss due to this groin injury. However, his absence shouldn't affect the Lakers rotation, as the second-year guard has played just one minute all season. His next chance to play will come Saturday against the Pelicans in the second half of a back-to-back set.

NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Memphis Hood-Schifino is out for Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies with left groin soreness, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact The loss of Hood-Shicfino shouldn't impact the Lakers' rotation a big deal. Outside of blowouts, Hood-Schifino isn't expected to see meaningful minutes at the NBA level this season. His next chance to play will come against the Spurs on Friday.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Returns from G League The Lakers recalled Hood-Schifino from the G League's South Bay Lakers on Sunday, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact During South Bay's season opener Saturday, Hood-Schifino played 13 minutes during the 110-96 win over the Salt Lake City Stars. He posted eight points (3-7 FG, 2-6 3Pt) one assist and one rebound. Barring a blowout, he's not expected to see NBA minutes.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Returns from G League Hood-Schifino was recalled from the Lakers' G League affiliate Friday, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact Hood-Schifino has yet to make his season debut for the Lakers, though he will have the chance to do so against the 76ers on Friday. The 21-year-old will likely make his way back to the G League as South Bay opens its season Saturday against Salt Lake City.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Team option declined The Lakers declined Hood-Schifino's third-year team option for 2025-26 on Thursday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Impact Hood-Schifino has yet to receive significant playing time with the Lakers and hasn't even made an NBA appearance in 2024-25. The 21-year-old guard is set to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Assigned to South Bay Hood-Schifino was assigned to the Lakers' G League affiliate Sunday, Khobi Price of The Orange County Register reports.

Impact Hood-Schifino will join South Bay ahead of the Lakers' five-game road trip. Hood-Schifino has been dealing with an illness of late, but he seems to be available for South Bay.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Sacramento Hood-Schifino (illness) is out for Saturday's game versus the Kings.

Impact Hood-Schifino will miss his second straight contest while dealing with an illness. His next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Phoenix.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Hood-Schifino (illness) has been downgraded to out for Friday's game versus the Suns.

Impact Hood-Schifino's absence won't affect the Lakers' rotation. His next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with Sacramento.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Friday vs. Suns Hood-Schifino is doubtful for Friday's matchup against the Suns due to an illness, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact The severity of Hood-Schifino's illness is unclear, though the doubftul tag does not bode well for his chance to see the floor. The 21-year-old is buried in the Lakers' backcourt, and he likely won't be a viable option in fantasy formats.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE