RUI HACHIMURA #28 - POWER FORWARD - LOS ANGELES LAKERS
12.0  PPG  •
3.5  RPG  •
0.8  APG 
#28 - POWER FORWARD - LOS ANGELES LAKERS
12.0 PPG
3.5 RPG
0.8 APG
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Bounces back in blowout win Hachimura finished Friday's 128-110 win over the Timberwolves with 23 points (10-13 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and two rebounds during the Lakers' 128-110 win over the Timberwolves on Fr...
Impact Hachimura had a quiet Opening Night against the Warriors on Tuesday, but the seventh-year pro had a nice bounce-back performance Friday to finish third on the Lakers in scoring behind Luka Doncic (49) and Austin Reaves (25). Hachimura didn't fill up the box score, but he'll remain in the Lakers' starting lineup and have an elevated workload for as long as LeBron James (sciatica) is sidelined.
OCTOBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Luka Doncic scores 49 to extend his sizzling season start in Lakers' 128-110 win over Timberwolves

Luka Doncic scored 49 points and became the fourth player in NBA history to begin a season with back-to-back 40-point performances, leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a 128-110 vict...
OCTOBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press
Hachimura calls out Timberwolves' physicality ahead of playoff rematch | Sporting News Rui Hachimura is eager to face the Timberwolves, hoping to repay them for last season's playoff series.
OCTOBER 25, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Quiet in 35 minutes Hachimura finished with nine points (3-6 FG, 3-6 3Pt), four rebounds and three assists over 35 minutes during Tuesday's 119-109 loss to Golden State.
Impact Considering LeBron James (sciatica) was out, this was a quiet showing for Hachimura. Fantasy managers will be happy with the workload that he saw, but they will be hoping for more involvement in the offense going forward. During the 2024-25 regular season, Hachimura put up 13.1 points per game despite a small usage rate of 16.1 percent.
OCTOBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Luka Doncic's 43 points, near triple-double aren't enough to carry Lakers to a win without LeBron

Luka Doncic scored 43 points in his first season opener with the Los Angeles Lakers, and it wasn't enough to propel his team past the Golden State Warriors
OCTOBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press
"What is this? This is crazy" - Rui Hachimura was impressed by Shohei Ohtani's historic Game 4 Lakers forward Rui Hachimura shares his reaction to Shohei Ohtani’s NLCS Game 4 performance that clinched the Dodgers’ World Series return.
OCTOBER 21, 2025 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET
Best DFS Basketball Picks Including Rui Hachimura and 4 Others (October 21st, 2025) These NBA players have reliable upside that can be leveraged for your DFS lineups on NBA's opening night doubleheader.
OCTOBER 21, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Fitter and hungrier, Luka Doncic embraces his new life before his first season opener with Lakers

Luka Doncic is fully settled in Los Angeles after a year of upheaval, and he is eager to begin his first full season with the Los Angeles Lakers when they host the Golden State War...
OCTOBER 20, 2025 • Associated Press
Accurate shooting in loss Hachimura tallied 18 points (6-10 FG, 2-2 FT, 4-5 3Pt), a rebound, an assist and a steal across 30 minutes during Friday's 117-116 preseason loss to the Kings.
Impact Hachimura's usage load will be massive as the season begins, as the team will rely on him to fill the gap left by LeBron James (sciatica). While a number of players will pitch in to make up for the scoring gap, Hachimura and Deandre Ayton will handle the duties inside, providing a stable core for the rest of LA's playmakers.
OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Accurate shooting in loss Hachimura tallied 18 points (6-10 FG, 2-2 FT, 4-5 3Pt), a rebound, an assist and a steal across 30 minutes during Friday's 117-116 preseason loss to the Kings.
Impact Hachimura's usage load will be massive as the season begins, as the team will rely on him to fill the gap left by LeBron James (sciatica). While a number of players will pitch in to make up for the scoring gap, Hachimura and Deandre Ayton will handle the duties inside, providing a stable core for the rest of LA's playmakers.
OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Solid game in starting role Hachimura posted 19 points (9-18 FG, 0-1 FT, 1-6 3Pt), three rebounds and an assist across 31 minutes in Wednesday's 121-94 preseason loss to the Mavericks.
Impact Hachimura should be in the starting limeup for the Lakers to begin the season, and his production will be sorely needed during LeBron James' (sciatica) absence. He wil likely remain with the first unit when James returns, but there will be increaed pressure for him to perform well over the first month of the season.
OCTOBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Starting Wednesday Hachimura is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's preseason game against the Mavericks, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.
Impact Hachimura, who rested Tuesday, will draw the start Wednesday with the Lakers' previous starters all sitting out the second half of the back-to-back. The forward started 57 of 59 regular-season appearances last year and is expected to open this season in the starting lineup while LeBron James (sciatica) remains sidelined.
OCTOBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Will play Wednesday Hachimura will play in Wednesday's preseason game against the Mavericks, Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet reports.
Impact Hachimura sat out Tuesday's loss to the Suns, though he'll return to game action against Dallas. The 27-year-old forward was a regular in Los Angeles' starting five last season and may see increased usage in the beginning of the 2025-26 campaign with LeBron James expected to miss time while dealing with Sciatica.
OCTOBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Tuesday Hachimura (rest) won't play in Tuesday's preseason game against the Trail Blazers, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Hachimura, Gabe Vincent, Jarred Vanderbilt and Jaxson Hayes will all be in street clothes Tuesday, but Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and Deandre Ayton are expected to be available. Hachimura has started every preseason game for the Lakers thus far, and he may see increased usage to start the regular season, as LeBron James (knee) will be sidelined for at least a few weeks.
OCTOBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Jarred Vanderbilt is quietly overtaking Rui Hachimura for crucial minutes Jarred Vanderbilt is turning heads in Lakers camp and quietly could be taking Rui Hachimura’s minutes.
OCTOBER 13, 2025 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM
Pops for 16 points in win Hachimura finished with 16 points (6-10 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds, two assists and one steal in 27 minutes during Sunday's preseason win over the Warriors.
Impact Hachimura scored the ball efficiently, although his complementary production left a lot to be desired. With LeBron James (pinched nerve) likely to miss at least the first two weeks of the regular season, Hachimura will have an opportunity to step up on the offensive end of the floor. While he has proven he can be a reliable scorer, the coaching staff will also be hoping Hachimura can contribute on the defensive end, something he has previously struggled to do.
OCTOBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE
Deandre Ayton may force Lakers to make gut-wrenching decision Rui Hachimura and Deandre Ayton look to be incompatible in the Los Angeles Lakers starting lineup.
OCTOBER 11, 2025 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM
Lakers-Jazz trade prediction sends Austin Reaves, Rui Hachimura, Dalton Knecht for $195M All-Star | Sporting News In this proposed trade, the Lakers would simply be giving up way too much.
OCTOBER 10, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
LeBron James injury makes Lakers' next move painfully obvious The Los Angeles Lakers need to start Rui Hachimura and Marcus Smart.
OCTOBER 9, 2025 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM
Rui Hachimura's role with the Lakers is painfully obvious Rui Hachimura should come off the bench for the Los Angeles Lakers this season.
OCTOBER 8, 2025 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM
Lakers' Rui Hachimura extension decision is already painfully obvious The Lakers are not extending Rui Hachimura, keeping their best trade chip flexible for future moves and roster upgrades.
OCTOBER 6, 2025 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM

Lakers lose their preseason opener 103-81 to Suns with LeBron James, Luka Doncic sitting out

Austin Reaves scored 20 points and Bronny James added eight while the Los Angeles Lakers lost their preseason opener 103-81 to the Phoenix Suns with LeBron James and Luka Doncic si...
OCTOBER 4, 2025 • Associated Press
Painful Rui Hachimura truth the Lakers face this season The Los Angeles Lakers are about to endure an excruciating season with forward Rui Hachimura—through no fault of his own.
OCTOBER 3, 2025 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM
Rui Hachimura subtly hints at preferred role with the Lakers The Los Angeles Lakers forward might want to stick with the starters.
OCTOBER 2, 2025 • LAKESHOWLIFE.COM
The Kings' moves next offseason might stun the Lakers Both Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura may hit free agency, opening a window for the Sacramento Kings to sign them.
SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • AROYALPAIN.COM
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