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MARCH 1, 2025 • Associated Press

Green light to play Friday Hayes (hip) is available for Friday's game against the Clippers, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Hayes has been working through a left hip injury as of late, but the injury is not severe enough for him to be held out of Friday's contest. The 24-year-old center has averaged 7.8 points, 6.0 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 1.0 blocks over 22.2 minutes per game over his last five outings.

MARCH 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to probable Hayes (hip) has been upgraded to probable for Friday's game against the Clippers, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact Hayes was initially listed as questionable, so the upgrade in status suggests he's very likely to suit up and handle his regular workload. He's started in his last 12 games, averaging 7.9 points, 5.6 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.3 blocks across 22.2 minutes per game in that stretch.

MARCH 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Friday Hayes (hip) has been listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Clippers, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact Hayes suffered a left hip contusion during Thursday's win against the Timberwolves and now might be unable to play in the second game of a back-to-back Friday against the Clippers. The veteran center has played well in his new role as a starter for the Lakers, but in the event he's ruled out, the team will likely pivot to Alex Len and Trey Jemison to shoulder the load in the paint, especially with Rui Hachimura (knee) not playing in this game.

FEBRUARY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will be available Wednesday Hayes (face) will be available for Wednesday's game against the Hornets, head coach JJ Redick told media Tuesday, according to Khobi Price of The Orange County Register.

Impact Hayes has started in each of the Lakers' last seven games, and that streak might continue Wednesday in the league's return following the All-Star break. It's unclear if Hayes will remain as the Lakers' starting center with Alex Len and Christian Koloko also in the mix, but Hayes has been playing around 20 to 25 minutes on a regular basis over the last few weeks.

FEBRUARY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Lakers' Jaxson Hayes Out for Second Half With Face Injury Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes will be out for the remainder of Wednesday's game. Hayes has been ruled out for the second half of th...

FEBRUARY 13, 2025 • SI.COM

Early exit Wednesday Hayes has been ruled out for the remainder of Wednesday's game against Utah due to a facial contusion, Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet reports.

Impact It's unclear when Hayes sustained the injury, but it'll prevent him from playing in the second half. He'll finish the contest with four points (2-2 FG), two rebounds, one assist and one block over seven minutes. Alex Len and Christian Koloko should handle most of the center minutes the rest of the way. The Lakers' next game will be Feb. 20 against Charlotte.

FEBRUARY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Season highs in points and steals Hayes chipped in 12 points (6-6 FG), two rebounds, two assists, one block and three steals over 23 minutes during Monday's 132-113 win over the Jazz.

Impact Hayes showed how impactful he can be with new superstar teammate Luka Doncic during Monday's win against the Jazz. The 24-year-old big man went 6-for-6 from the floor for a season-high 12 points to go along with a season-high three steals, capping off an impressive outing against Utah.

FEBRUARY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

New season high in rebounds Hayes contributed nine points (4-4 FG, 1-2 FT), 12 rebounds, two assists and two blocks over 29 minutes during Saturday's 124-117 win over the Pacers.

Impact The dozen boards were a new season high for Hayes, who nearly came away with his second double-double of the campaign. The 24-year-old center has started five straight games for the Lakers, averaging 8.0 points, 6.6 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 1.8 blocks and 1.0 steals in 25.0 minutes a contest, and with the Mark Williams trade apparently falling through, he could remain in that role until the team finds another solution in the middle.

FEBRUARY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs six boards in win Hayes closed Tuesday's 122-97 win over the Clippers with six points (3-6 FG, 0-1 FT), six rebounds, four assists, two blocks and one steal in 24 minutes.

Impact The Lakers' lack of frontcourt depth was perhaps the most inscrutable part of this week's blockbuster trade. Unless the Lakers make another move soon, it appears that Hayes will be their number one option in the paint, and although the fifth-year pro has a lot of experience, his ability to hold down a full-time job is an open question. He's never averaged more than 20 minutes per game in a season, and has only started 58 games since joining the league in 2019.

FEBRUARY 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set to start sans Davis Hayes said he will start center in Thursday's game versus the Wizards, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.

Impact With Anthony Davis (abdomen) out for at least a week, Hayes will get the first opportunity to start at center in his absence. Hayes is averaging 6.0 points and 8.3 rebounds in 28.7 minutes across his previous three starting appearances this season.

JANUARY 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sees 19 minutes Hayes closed Tuesday's 118-104 loss to the 76ers with four points (1-1 FG, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and two blocks over 19 minutes.

Impact Hayes didn't see a big uptick in minutes despite the fact that Anthony Davis left this game with an abdominal injury. Davis is expected to miss at least three games, so Hayes is someone to monitor in deeper leagues during the short term if he gets the starting nod Thursday against Washington.

JANUARY 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Playing Sunday Hayes (shoulder) is available for Sunday's game against the Clippers, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact Hayes will add some much-needed depth in the frontcourt in this matchup, where he'll have to battle against the likes of Ivica Zubac and Mo Bamba. Hayes should see decent minutes in this game, though he's not expected to have a big role in most fantasy formats.

JANUARY 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to probable Hayes (shoulder) has been upgraded to probable for Sunday's game against the Clippers, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

Impact Hayes was previously considered questionable. The center will be on the streaming radar Sunday if Anthony Davis (foot) isn't able to shake off his questionable tag. In a fill-in start Friday versus the Nets, Hayes produced six points, nine rebounds and one assist in 33 minutes.

JANUARY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Sunday Hayes is questionable for Sunday's game against the Clippers due to right shoulder soreness, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact Hayes made a fill-in start for Anthony Davis (foot) on Friday against the Nets, finishing with six points, nine rebounds and one assist in 33 minutes. Davis is also questionable for Sunday's game, but fortunately for the Lakers, Dorian Finney-Smith is set to return after a two-game absence for personal reasons.

JANUARY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Nets Hayes will start Friday's game against the Nets, Mark Medina of NBA.com reports.

Impact Anthony Davis (foot) was ruled out for this contest after initially carrying a probable tag, but the Lakers are likely just erring on the side of caution. In two starts this season, Hayes produced 6.0 points, 8.0 rebounds and 0.5 blocks in 26.5 minutes.

JANUARY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to bench Hayes is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Hawks, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact Hayes will return to his regular bench role since Anthony Davis is set to return following a one-game absence. Hayes is averaging 6.2 points and 4.0 rebounds per game in 10 outings off the bench in 2024-25,

JANUARY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Middling numbers in spot start Hayes posted four points (2-4 FG), six rebounds, one steal and one block across 18 minutes in Thursday's 114-106 win over the Trail Blazers.

Impact With Anthony Davis (ankle) sitting out the front end of a back-to-back set, Hayes entered the starting five and made his first appearance since Nov. 26. The center had missed 13 straight games with a right ankle sprain/contusion, but he was available for both of the Lakers' two contests prior to Thursday. Though Hayes has been serving as Davis' primary backup when healthy this season, his standing in the rotation could vary game to game now that he's healthy. The Lakers recently acquired Dorian Finney-Smith and could occasionally deploy him as a small-ball center in certain matchups when Davis is off the floor, and the eventual returns of Christian Wood (knee) and Jarred Vanderbilt (foot) from injuries are also likely to hurt Hayes' playing-time outlook.

JANUARY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting sans Davis Hayes will start in Thursday's game against Portland, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact The 24-year-old big man hasn't played since Nov. 26 due to a right ankle injury, though he will enter the starting lineup in his return with Anthony Davis (ankle) sidelined. Hayes will likely operate under a minutes restriction, meaning Dorian Finney-Smith and Christian Koloko are candidates for a bump in playing time.

JANUARY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Lakers may cut ties with Jaxson Hayes in favor of $40.9 million Pacers star | Sporting News The Los Angeles Lakers could land an Indiana Pacers frontcourt stud by moving on from an injured big man.

JANUARY 2, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Positive Injury Updates for Jarred Vanderbilt and Jaxson Hayes Lakers’ Jarred Vanderbilt returns to non-contact practice as team provides positive update on Jaxson Hayes injury.

JANUARY 1, 2025 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

No longer on injury report Hayes (ankle) isn't listed on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact Hayes was upgraded to probable following Monday's practice, and the team evidently feels good about his ability to suit up Tuesday and subsequently removed him from the injury report. The Texas product hasn't played in a game since Nov. 26, so he figures to be eased back into action.

DECEMBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Tuesday Hayes (ankle) listed as probable for Tuesday's game against the Cavaliers, Mark Medina of Sportskeeda reports.

Impact Hayes has missed 20 of the Lakers' last 21 games and is trending toward playing against Cleveland, which gives Los Angeles some much-needed depth at the center position.

DECEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Switched to available Hayes (ankle) was upgraded to available and will be an option off the bench Saturday against the Kings, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Hayes was initially ruled out, but the big man will be available. However, and according to McMenamin, he doesn't expect to play until Tuesday. Hayes hasn't played since Nov. 26 due to a right ankle sprain.

DECEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Saturday Hayes (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Kings, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Hayes hasn't played since Nov. 26 due to a right ankle sprain. He has progressed to 5-on-5 scrimmages with contact, and while he won't play Saturday, he is on track to return against the Cavaliers on New Year's Eve.

DECEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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Luka Doncic scores 31 on his birthday, and the Lakers beat the Clippers 106-102 for 5 straight wins