JAXSON HAYES NEWS

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.

3 DAYS AGO • 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.

5 DAYS AGO • 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.

5 DAYS AGO • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM

Jaxson Hayes Sticking Up For Luka Perfect Example of Lakers Improved Chemistry The Lakers are on a five-game win streak and have banded together this season in a way no one has yet seen.Now LeBron James is back, the tea...

NOVEMBER 27 • BASKETBALLFOREVER.COM

Luka Doncic & Jaxson Hayes React to Kris Dunn Scuffle The Lakers’ NBA Cup win over the Clippers came with plenty of fireworks, but none bigger than the 4th-quarter altercation involving Luka Don...

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

Lakers' Center Jaxson Hayes Spurred by 'Free Money' to Win NBA Cup LA Lakers big man Jaxson Hayes said the prize money motivates him in the NBA Cup. Each player on the winning team will receive a little over...

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

Headed to bench Hayes will return to the second unit for Monday's game in Portland, Harrison Faigen of SBNation.com reports.

Impact Hayes earned a spot-start Sunday with Deandre Ayton (back) unavailable, but Ayton will be returning for Monday's game, which means Hayes could be confined to minutes in the teens. He's not a great target in most leagues when operating in a reserve role.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Perfect from floor in spot start Hayes provided 15 points (7-7 FG, 1-1 3Pt), five rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 32 minutes during Sunday's 130-120 win over Miami.

Impact Making his first start of the season, Hayes delivered an impressive offensive performance, albeit with limited usage. The 25-year-old center will return to the bench as soon as Deandre Ayton's back spasms subside, but Hayes will be an intriguing fantasy option in the short term if he gets another starting opportunity or two.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Lakers beat Heat 130-120 behind Doncic's triple-double

Luka Doncic had 29 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists, Austin Reaves scored 26 points, and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Miami Heat 130-120 to extend their winning streak to thre...

NOVEMBER 3 • Associated Press

Jaxson Hayes delivers career first quarter vs. Heat | Sporting News He scored how many in the first quarter?

NOVEMBER 3 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Starting sans Ayton Hayes will start in Sunday's game against the Heat, Khobi Price of The Orange County Register reports.

Impact With Deandre Ayton (back) sidelined, Hayes will get the starting nod for the first time this season. The big man has averaged 2.7 points, 5.0 rebounds and 3.0 assists in 16.7 minutes per game across three regular-season appearances thus far.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Returns after three-game absence Hayes (knee) finished with two points (1-2 FG), three assists, two rebounds, one steal and one block in 13 minutes off the bench Wednesday in the Lakers' 116-115 win over the Timbe...

Impact Back in action after missing the previous three games due to left knee patellar tendinopathy, Hayes slotted back into his usual role as the top backup to starting center Deandre Ayton. Aside from racking up four fouls, Hayes came through with a well-rounded line in his return, but he's unlikely to see his minutes rise much from this level while Ayton remains healthy and locked in atop the depth chart.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Are Marcus Smart and Jaxson Hayes playing tonight, Oct. 29, for Lakers vs Timberwolves? The Los Angeles Lakers are set to face the Minnesota Timberwolves in NBA regular season action, and questions are being raised about the ava...

OCTOBER 29 • BOLAVIP.COM

Available Wednesday Hayes (knee) is available for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

Impact Hayes is set to end a three-game absence due to a knee issue. With Maxi Kleber out with an oblique strain, Hayes is in position to serve as the Lakers' top backup center behind Deandre Ayton going forward.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Wednesday Hayes (knee) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves.

Impact Hayes has missed the last three games due to a knee issue. He appears to be trending in the right direction to return. If he's unable to play for a fourth straight game, the team will likely continue to lean on Jarred Vanderbilt.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Los Angeles plays Minnesota after Reaves' 51-point outing

Los Angeles takes on the Minnesota Timberwolves after Austin Reaves scored 51 points in the Lakers' 127-120 victory over the Sacramento Kings

OCTOBER 28 • Associated Press

Out again Monday Hayes (knee) will not play Monday against the Trail Blazers, Khobi Price of The Orange County Register reports.

Impact Hayes will end up sitting both games of this back-to-back set, but he's considered day-to-day with soreness. With Hayes out once again, the Lakers are likely to turn to Jarred Vanderbilt after his strong performance Sunday against the Kings.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE