Jaxson Hayes News, Rumors, Updates - Los Angeles Lakers

Returns from three-game absence Hayes (hamstring) contributed three points (1-1 FG, 1-2 FT) and five rebounds across 13 minutes Sunday in the Lakers' 110-93 win over the Raptors.

Impact Hayes stepped back into his usual role as the Lakers' backup center after he had missed the previous three games while managing a sore left hamstring. So long as Deandre Ayton remains healthy, Hayes doesn't look poised to see his role grow substantially, as neither of the two centers offers enough floor spacing to play alongside one another in the frontcourt. For the season, Hayes is shooting a career-best 76.9 percent from the floor while averaging 6.2 points, 4.0 rebounds and 0.8 assists in 17.5 minutes over 33 appearances.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to return Hayes (hamstring) is available for Sunday's game against the Raptors, Dan Woike of The Athletic reports.

Impact Hayes has missed LA's last three games while dealing with left hamstring tendinopathy, but the team has given him the green light to take the court Sunday evening. He'll come off the bench with Deandre Ayton also set to return from a brief one-game absence.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

James and the Lakers take on Barnes and the Raptors

Toronto visits Los Angeles for a non-conference matchup

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Lakers missing Doncic Luka, Deandre Ayton against Trail Blazers due to injury

Luka Doncic was ruled out of the Los Angeles Lakers’ game on Saturday night against the Portland Trail Blazers because of left groin soreness

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Won't play Saturday Hayes (hamstring) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Portland.

Impact Hayes will miss his third consecutive matchup due to left hamstring tendinopathy. Maxi Kleber and Drew Timme should be in line once again for more run, especially if Deandre Ayton (knee), who is currently questionably, isn't able to suit up.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to face Portland Hayes is questionable for Saturday's game against the Trail Blazers due to left hamstring tendinopathy, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact Hayes is in jeopardy of missing his third straight game due to the lingering hamstring issue. If the big man is not cleared to play, Maxi Kleber and Drew Timme would likely see increased minutes, especially if Deandre Ayton (knee) is downgraded from questionable to out as well.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Los Angeles heads to Portland for conference matchup

Portland hosts Los Angeles in a matchup of Western Conference teams

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Ruled out Thursday Hayes (hamstring) won't play in Thursday's game against the Hornets, per Thuc Nhi Nguyen of the Los Angeles Times.

Impact Hayes will be trying to end a two-game absence with hamstring soreness Saturday in Portland. The door is open for Maxi Kleber to claim the backup center role behind Deandre Ayton on Thursday, while Jarred Vanderbilt could also see a bump in minutes.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Thursday Hayes (hamstring) is questionable to play Thursday versus the Hornets, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact Hayes missed Tuesday's game with some soreness in his hamstring, but it looks like there's a chance he could get back out there for Thursday's game. Check back for another update on Hayes closer to Thursday's tip.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Los Angeles hosts Charlotte following Doncic's 42-point game

Los Angeles hosts the Charlotte Hornets after Luka Dončić scored 42 points in the Los Angeles Lakers' 124-112 loss to the Sacramento Kings

JANUARY 14 • Associated Press

Won't play Tuesday Hayes will not play Tuesday against the Hawks due to left hamstring soreness.

Impact Hayes does not have a strain, and it's possible the Lakers are exercising caution for the second leg of this back-to-back set. With Hayes out, Deandre Ayton could have a higher floor, and Jarred Vanderbilt could see more run for the Lakers.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Monk hits 7 3-pointers, scores 26 points as Kings top Lakers 124-112; Doncic scores 42 in loss

Malik Monk made seven 3-pointers and scored 26 points to help the Sacramento Kings to a 124-112 win over the Los Angeles Lakers

JANUARY 13 • Associated Press

Johnson and Wembanyama fuel Spurs to win over Lakers 107-91, despite Doncic's 38 points

Keldon Johnson had 27 points, Victor Wembanyama added 16 points and 14 rebounds, and the San Antonio Spurs overcame 38 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists from Luka Doncic to beat t...

JANUARY 8 • Associated Press

Quiet in 16 minutes Hayes ended Tuesday's 111-103 victory over the Pelicans with two points (1-2 FG, 0-1 FT), three rebounds, one block and one steal over 16 minutes.

Impact Deandre Ayton had a solid night for the Lakers, while Jarred Vanderbilt was a major bright spot off the bench in 29 minutes. Hayes remains off the fantasy radar in most formats, as he's averaging 18.0 minutes over his last four appearances with 7.0 points, 3.3 rebounds and 1.0 steals.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Doncic and James score 30+ each for 1st time this season in Lakers' 128-121 win over Grizzlies

Luka Doncic and LeBron James topped 30 points each in the same game for the first time this season as the Los Angeles Lakers rallied for a 128-121 victory over the Memphis Grizzlie...

JANUARY 3 • Associated Press

Scores 13 points in loss Hayes (ankle) racked up 13 points (5-5 FG, 3-5 FT), two rebounds, two assists and one steal in 18 minutes during Tuesday's 128-106 loss to the Pistons.

Impact Hayes returned from a two-game absence Tuesday due to a left ankle injury and made his presence felt. The big man scored in double figures for just the third time this month, leading the second unit in points and finishing as Los Angeles' third-leading scorer. In 10 appearances during December, the 25-year-old center averaged 6.9 points and 3.8 rebounds across 16.7 minutes per tilt.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

LeBron James loses on his 41st birthday as Cunningham leads the Pistons past the Lakers, 128-106

LeBron James scored 17 points on his 41st birthday, but Cade Cunningham had 27 points and 11 assists while leading the Detroit Pistons to a 128-106 victory over the Los Angeles Lak...

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Good to go for Tuesday Hayes (ankle) will play Tuesday against Detroit.

Impact Hayes will be available to return after missing a pair of matchups due to a left ankle injury. He's struggled to contribute when healthy in December, averaging 6.2 points and 4.0 rebounds over 16.6 minutes (nine games).

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doncic, Lakers to host Cunningham and the Pistons

The Los Angeles Lakers host the Detroit Pistons in out-of-conference play

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Officially out Hayes (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Kings.

Impact Hayes was initially considered doubtful, so his absence doesn't come as much of a surprise. The reserve center is battling left ankle soreness. His next chance to play will come Tuesday against Detroit. In the meantime, Jarred Vanderbilt and Maxi Kleber could see more center minutes.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Lakers Injury Report: Austin Reaves Out, Jaxson Hayes Concern Remains as 4 Players Listed vs Kings (Dec. 28) With key players like Austin Reaves and Jaxson Hayes listed on their injury report, the LA Lakers will likely need to make significant adjus...

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Los Angeles faces Sacramento, looks to break 3-game slide

Los Angeles aims to break its three-game skid when the Los Angeles Lakers play Sacramento

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Unlikely to face Kings Hayes (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against Sacramento.

Impact Hayes is slated for a second consecutive absence due to a left ankle injury. If the backup center winds up missing Sunday's matchup, Jarred Vanderbilt and Maxi Kleber would see a bump in playing time.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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.

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • 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.

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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