Jaxson Hayes News, Rumors, Updates - Los Angeles Lakers

Won't play Thursday Hayes (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Rockets.

Impact Hayes will miss the Lakers' Christmas Day matchup while dealing with left ankle soreness after exiting Tuesday's game against the Suns early. His absence could lead Los Angeles to lean more on small-ball lineups, with Jarred Vanderbilt and Maxi Kleber candidates for increased roles. Hayes' next chance to suit up will come Sunday against the Kings.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Christmas Day Hayes (ankle) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Rockets, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact Hayes left Tuesday's game against Phoenix with a sore left ankle, and the issue remains a problem ahead of Thursday's matchup with Houston. If he can't play Thursday, Maxi Kleber and Jarred Vanderbilt would handle most of the backup center minutes behind Deandre Ayton.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Los Angeles hosts Houston in Christmas day action

The Los Angeles Lakers host the Houston Rockets on Christmas day

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Won't return Tuesday Hayes won't return to Tuesday's game against the Suns due to left ankle soreness. He'll finish with two points (2-2 FT) and one rebound across five minutes off the bench.

Impact Hayes moved back to a bench role after starting the Lakers' previous two games, and he played limited minutes before exiting the contest due to the ankle issue. His next opportunity to suit up will come Thursday against the Rockets.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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LeBron James cites 'Luka magic' as Doncic has 45-point triple-double

LeBron James was amazed by Luka Doncic's performance after Doncic scores 45 points, 14 assists, and 11 rebounds in a win over the Utah Jazz

DECEMBER 19 • Associated Press

Doncic has 45 points and a triple-double as the Lakers come back to beat the Jazz 143-135

Luka Doncic had 45 points, 14 assists and 11 rebounds in his fifth triple-double of the season, and the Los Angeles Lakers used a big fourth quarter to top the Utah Jazz 143-135 on...

DECEMBER 19 • Associated Press

Drawing rare start Hayes is starting Thursday's game against the Jazz, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact Hayes is entering the starting lineup for Deandre Ayton, who has been ruled out Thursday due to a left elbow issue. Hayes is coming off a solid showing Sunday against Phoenix, finishing with 12 points, nine rebounds and two assists in 18 minutes off the bench.

DECEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Near double-double off bench Hayes notched 12 points (4-4 FG, 4-5 FT), nine rebounds and two assists across 18 minutes during Sunday's 116-114 victory over the Suns.

Impact Hayes scored in double figures for the first time since Nov. 15 and grabbed a season-high nine rebounds, falling one short of a double-double. He's played double-digit minutes in 21 straight games, topping 20 minutes only four times. Even with Sunday's strong performance, Hayes' production has been underwhelming thus far.

DECEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

LeBron James hits 2 late free throws, Lakers beat Suns 116-114 after blowing 20-point lead

LeBron James made two free throws with 3.9 seconds left, Luka Doncic added 29 points and the Los Angeles Lakers recovered from blowing a 20-point lead in the fourth quarter to top...

DECEMBER 15 • Associated Press

Swats three shots in win Hayes finished with three points (1-1 FG, 1-4 FT), five rebounds and three blocks over 17 minutes during Sunday's 112-108 win over the 76ers.

Impact Hayes has been on a tear defending the rim recently, averaging 1.6 blocks in his last five games. While he does come off the bench backing up Deandre Ayton, he may have some standalone value as a blocks specialist, and is a worthy add if Ayton were to miss any time.

DECEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Steps in after Ayton injury Hayes had eight points (4-4 FG, 0-1 FT), six rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 21 minutes during Sunday's 133-121 victory over the Pelicans.

Impact Deandre Ayton (knee) was well on his way to an outstanding stat line before a knee injury forced him out, and Hayes continued the assault on New Orleans' withering interior in his place. Hayes' numbers off the bench have been nothing special, but Ayton's heavy load and superb play are the cause of the low numbers. Ayton's injury appears to be minor, but a start could be in store for the seventh-year pro if Ayton is sidelined.

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Moves back to bench Hayes isn't part of the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Mavericks, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact Hayes made a spot start Tuesday, but he'll return to the second unit for Friday's matchup with Dallas. The center logged eight points, four rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block over 30 minutes during the start.

NOVEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Lakers have been quietly vindicated for their polarizing Jaxson Hayes decision Bringing back the backup center has worked out for the Los Angeles Lakers.

NOVEMBER 28 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM

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NOVEMBER 27 • BASKETBALLFOREVER.COM

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NOVEMBER 27 • BASKETBALLFOREVER.COM

Doncic criticizes the NBA Cup court, but praises Lakers for support in late-game skirmish with Dunn

Luka Doncic was not pleased by the special NBA Cup court at the Los Angeles Lakers’ downtown arena, calling it “slippery” and “dangerous.”

NOVEMBER 26 • Associated Press

Luka, LeBron lead Lakers past Clippers 135-118 for 5th straight win, clinching their NBA Cup group

The Los Angeles Lakers beat the Los Angeles Clippers 135-118 for their fifth consecutive victory

NOVEMBER 26 • Associated Press

Starting Tuesday Hayes is in the Lakers' starting lineup against the Clippers on Tuesday, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact Hayes will make his second start of the regular season Tuesday in the absence of Deandre Ayton (knee). In his first start Nov. 2 against the Heat, Hayes finished with 15 points (7-7 FG, 1-1 3Pt), five rebounds, one assist, one steal and one block over 32 minutes. The seventh-year center will be a lob threat for the Lakers while sharing the floor with Luka Doncic, LeBron James and Austin Reaves.

NOVEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 26 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Scores eight in win Hayes posted eight points (3-3 FG, 2-3 FT), three rebounds and one steal in 15 minutes during Tuesday's 140-126 win over Utah.

Impact Hayes has been a formidable backup for Deandre Ayton and has turned it up on offense recently, averaging 9.0 points on 85.7 percent from the field through 16.0 minutes. While his role among the second unit has been established, he would be a good addition should Ayton miss time, as he dropped 15 points and five rebounds in his lone start this season.

NOVEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Jaxson Hayes has less than a month left to cement his Lakers role The Los Angeles Lakers center is trade eligible on Dec. 15, and so are many others across the NBA.

NOVEMBER 19 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM

Dave McMenamin: Lakers center Jaxson Hayes on facing … Dave McMenamin: Lakers center Jaxson Hayes on facing …

NOVEMBER 5 • HOOPSHYPE.COM

Will play Wednesday Hayes (ankle) has been cleared to play in Wednesday's game against the Spurs, Thuc Nhi Nguyen of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Hayes has been dealing with an ankle issue, but it won't keep him off the floor. In five games played this season, the veteran center is averaging 5.4 points, 4.6 rebounds and 2.0 assists per game, shooting 76.5 percent from the field.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to play Wednesday Hayes (ankle) has been listed as probable to play in Wednesday's game against the Spurs, NBA reporter Jovan Buha reports.

Impact Hayes is dealing with an ankle sprain, but is trending in the right direction to be available. The veteran big man has embraced a bench role this season, averaging 5.4 points, 4.6 rebounds and 2.0 assists across 19.0 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

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