JAXSON HAYES #11 - CENTER - LOS ANGELES LAKERS
6.9  PPG  •
3.9  RPG  •
1.0  APG 
#11 - CENTER - LOS ANGELES LAKERS
6.9 PPG
3.9 RPG
1.0 APG
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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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • Associated Press
Jaxson Hayes delivers career first quarter vs. Heat | Sporting News He scored how many in the first quarter?
NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Los Angeles hosts Portland following Reaves' 51-point performance

Los Angeles plays the Portland Trail Blazers after Austin Reaves scored 51 points in the Los Angeles Lakers' 127-120 victory against the Sacramento Kings
OCTOBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press
Ruled out Sunday Hayes (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Kings, Dan Woike of The Athletic reports.
Impact Hayes entered Sunday's game listed as questionable but will ultimately sit out the first half of the back-to-back with left knee soreness. In his absence, Christian Koloko could see more run as a traditional center, while Jarred Vanderbilt may take on additional minutes in smaller lineups.
OCTOBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable for Sunday Hayes (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Kings, Khobi Price of The Orange County Register reports.
Impact Hayes is in danger of missing his second straight game due to left knee soreness. If the big man is ultimately ruled out, Jarred Vanderbilt and Christian Koloko are candidates for an uptick in playing time.
OCTOBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doncic leads Los Angeles against Sacramento after 43-point game

Los Angeles takes on the Sacramento Kings after Luka Dončić scored 43 points in the Lakers' 119-109 loss to the Golden State Warriors
OCTOBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press
Lakers' Jaxson Hayes sidelined for home game vs. Timberwolves LOS ANGELES — The Lakers were down another big man for Friday’s home game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Jaxson Hayes was ruled out for...
OCTOBER 25, 2025 • DAILYNEWS.COM
Why Jaxson Hayes isn't playing for Lakers tonight after new injury news | Sporting News The big center isn't out there.
OCTOBER 25, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Won't play vs. Minnesota Hayes (knee) has been Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com for Friday's game against the Timberwolves, McMenamin reports.
Impact Hayes popped up on the injury report early Friday due to left knee soreness. Christian Koloko has been made active for this matchup due to Hayes' absence.
OCTOBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Downgraded to questionable Hayes has been downgraded to questionable for Friday's game against the Timberwolves due to left knee soreness, ESPN's Dave McMenamin reports.
Impact Hayes had four points (2-3 FG), six rebounds and one assist in 14 minutes during Tuesday's 119-109 loss to the Warriors, operating as Deandre Ayton's backup center. If Hayes is unable to suit up Friday, it's possible the Lakers utilize a smaller lineup with someone like Jarred Vanderbilt benefitting.
OCTOBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Sees 14 minutes in loss Hayes closed with four points (2-3 FG), six rebounds and one assist in 14 minutes during Tuesday's 119-109 loss to the Warriors.
Impact Hayes operated as the direct backup to Deandre Ayton on Tuesday, with Jarred Vanderbilt logging 12 minutes at forward. Ayton had a decent showing in 34 minutes, and at least for now, it doesn't appear like Hayes is going to be a threat to Ayton.
OCTOBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Off injury report for Tuesday Hayes (wrist) is off the Lakers' injury report for Tuesday's game against the Warriors, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.
Impact Hayes exited Friday's preseason loss to the Kings due to a sprained right wrist but will return to game action in Los Angeles' regular-season opener. With Maxi Kleber (abdomen) in jeopardy of missing Opening Night, Hayes could see a slight uptick in minutes against Golden State. The 25-year-old center appeared in 56 regular-season games (35 starts) in 2024-25, during which he averaged 6.8 points and 4.8 rebounds in 19.5 minutes per game. He's expected to compete with Kleber for playing time behind Deandre Ayton in the 2025-26 campaign.
OCTOBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Jaxson Hayes explains why he is pursuing a Slovenian passport to play alongside Luka Doncic: "They came to me with the idea" Jaxson Hayes is ready to suit up for Slovenia.
OCTOBER 20, 2025 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET
Jaxson Hayes believes he can play alongside Deandre Ayton Jaxson Hayes may be the Lakers' backup center, but he believes he can be effective while on the court at the same time as starter Deandre Ay...
OCTOBER 20, 2025 • USATODAY.COM
Jaxson Hayes gives update on his injured wrist ahead of opening night Jaxson Hayes is hoping to be available for the Lakers' regular-season opener on Tuesday after hurting his wrist on Friday.
OCTOBER 20, 2025 • USATODAY.COM
Dan Woike: Jaxson Hayes says he has a light sprain in … Dan Woike: Jaxson Hayes says he has a light sprain in …
OCTOBER 19, 2025 • HOOPSHYPE.COM
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