DECEMBER 20, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Report: Lakers 'kicking the tires' on Kings' Keon Ellis | Sporting News The third-year guard has shot 41.8% from deep in his career.
Deandre Ayton - Not playing Saturday Ayton (elbow) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Clippers, Dan Woike of The Athletic reports.
Impact Ayton will end up missing a second consecutive game while working through left elbow soreness, and his next chance to play is Tuesday against the Suns. Jaxson Hayes should draw the start at center Saturday in Ayton's absence.
DECEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Austin Reaves - Won't play Saturday Reaves (calf) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Clippers, Dan Woike of The Athletic reports.
Impact Reaves is still working through a Grade 1 left calf strain, and Saturday will mark the third straight game he'll miss due to his injury. Marcus Smart will remain in the Lakers' starting lineup for as long as Reaves is sidelined. Reaves' next opportunity to return is Tuesday against the Suns.
DECEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Rui Hachimura - Nursing groin injury Hachimura is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Clippers due to right groin soreness, Dan Woike of The Athletic reports.
Impact Hachimura may have picked up the injury during the Lakers' win over the Jazz on Thursday, when he logged 13 points (6-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist and one block over 33 minutes. If Hachimura is unable to play, then the Lakers could turn to Jake LaRavia or Jarred Vanderbilt to start in Saturday's LA duel.
DECEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Knicks celebrate their NBA Cup title, even though they aren't commemorating it with a banner
The New York Knicks celebrated their NBA Cup championship Friday night, even though they aren’t commemorating it with a banner at Madison Square GardenDECEMBER 20, 2025 • Associated Press
Lauri Markkanen - Doubtful for Saturday Markkanen (groin) is doubtful to play Saturday versus the Magic.
Impact It appears Saturday will mark Markkanen's second straight game on the sidelines, which should again result in Keyonte George and Ace Bailey dominating the offense. Check back for official word on Markkanen's status closer to Saturday's tipoff.
DECEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Miami Heat's stance on Lakers offseason target Andrew Wiggins has reportedly changed The Miami Heat reportedly open the door for the Los Angeles Lakers to pursue their offseason target, Andrew Wiggins, in the NBA.
DECEMBER 19, 2025 • BOLAVIP.COM
