RUI HACHIMURA NEWS

JJ Redick details reason for Rui Hachimura decision during Lakers' playoff run | Sporting News Canada The Lakers forward will need to be cautious moving forward.

APRIL 24 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Set to wear mask in Game 3 Hachimura is set to play in Friday's Game 3 against the Timberwolves but will wear a face mask, Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet reports.

Impact Hachimura took a shot to the face in Game 2 on Tuesday and was forced to miss just under 10 minutes of game time. However, the 27-year-old isn't expected to miss any further time.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Minnesota, Los Angeles tied 1-1 heading to game 3

The Minnesota Timberwolves host the Los Angeles Lakers in game three of the Western Conference first round with the series tied 1-1

APRIL 24 • Associated Press

Decent outing in win Hachimura notched 11 points (4-9 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds, one block and two steals over 34 minutes during Tuesday's 94-85 win over the Timberwolves in Game 2 of the fir...

Impact Hachimura cracked double digits in the scoring department for the first time in this series, while also playing better defensively in Tuesday's win. The veteran forward is coming off a fairly solid regular season, averaging 13.1 points, 5.0 rebounds and 1.4 assists, shooting 50.9 percent from the floor and 41.3 percent from deep.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

For the Lakers, there were signs Game 2 would be different

The Lakers won Game 2 of their first-round playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, tying their series at 1-1.

APRIL 23 • FOX SPORTS

JJ Redick gives status update on Rui Hachimura after Hachimura got hit in face in Game 2 Rui Hachimura got hit in the face and started bleeding early in Game 2 versus the Timberwolves, but he returned and helped the Lakers get a...

APRIL 23 • USATODAY.COM

Lakers hold off Timberwolves in fourth quarter to even series 1-1

Luka Doncic had 31 points, 12 rebounds and nine assists, and the Los Angeles Lakers fought back to even their first-round series with the Mi...

APRIL 23 • FOX SPORTS

Luka scores 31, and the Lakers muscle past the Timberwolves 94-85 to even 1st-round series

Luka Doncic had 31 points, 12 rebounds and nine assists, and the Los Angeles Lakers fought back to even their first-round series with the Minnesota Timberwolves with a 94-85 victor...

APRIL 23 • Associated Press

Checks back into game Hachimura (faced) returned to Tuesday's Game 2 against the Timberwolves with 6:54 remaining in the second quarter.

Impact Hachimura took a shot to the face in the first quarter of Tuesday's contest but ultimately missed less than 10 minutes of game time. Hachimur appears set to play out the remainder of the game.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

Rui Hachimura injury update: Lakers forward heads to locker room after getting hit in the head early vs. Timberwolves | Sporting News Here are the latest injury updates for Lakers forward Rui Hachimura.

APRIL 23 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Heads to locker room Hachimura went to the locker room with 4:39 remaining in the first quarter of Tuesday's Game 2 against the Timberwolves after being inadvertently struck in the face by Naz Reid, Ja...

Impact Hachimura tallied two points (2-2 FT), two rebounds and one steal in seven minutes before exiting Tuesday's contest early. If Hachimura is unable to return to action, Dorian Finney-Smith will likely receive increased playing time.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

Rui Hachimura is Trending for Getting Ankles Broken By Anthony Edwards "Anthony Edwards made Rui HAVE A SEAT".

APRIL 20 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Available to play Saturday Hachimura (knee) is not on the injury report for Game 1 against the Timberwolves on Saturday.

Impact Hachimura is not on the injury report for the series opener, so he should handle his regular workload in a starting role for the Lakers. Hachimura averaged 13.1 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 0.8 steals per game in 59 regular-season appearances.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

2025 NBA playoffs: LeBron and Luka, the Celtics and more storylines to watch

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APRIL 17 • FOX SPORTS

One stat may mean Rui Hachimura is a 'barometer' player for the Lakers One key to the Lakers going very far in this year's NBA playoffs may be forward Rui Hachimura and how they use him.

APRIL 15 • USATODAY.COM

Trail Blazers end season with 109-81 win over short-handed playoff-bound Lakers

Dalano Banton scored 23 points and the Portland Trail Blazers ended the season with a 109-81 victory over the playoff-bound Los Angeles Lakers, playing without Luka Doncic and LeBr...

APRIL 13 • Associated Press

Won't play Sunday Hachimura is out for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers due to left patellar tendinopathy, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Hachimura has missed 15 of the Lakers' last 22 games due to injuries, and the Lakers will aim to give the veteran forward as much rest as possible before the start of the playoffs April 19. Hachimura will end the regular season with averages of 13.1 points and 5.0 rebounds per game while being a regular starter for the Lakers when healthy.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Rui Hachimura Had Awesome Reaction Seeing Bruce Springsteen Courtside at Lakers Game NBA players: they’re just like us.

APRIL 12 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Lakers trade proposal lands one of Eastern Conference's best centers for Rui Hachimura | Sporting News The Los Angeles Lakers could look to trade Rui Hachimura for the quality starting center they so desperately need.

APRIL 11 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Available to play Wednesday Hachimura (knee) is available for Wednesday's game against the Mavericks, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact Hachimura missed Tuesday's loss to the Thunder, but the forward should recover his regular role in the starting unit for this clash Wednesday. This means Dorian Finney-Smith would likely return to the bench. Hachimura has played in seven of the Lakers' last nine games (including five starts) as he continues to work through a left knee injury, averaging 11.3 points and 3.9 rebounds across 27.9 minutes per game in those contests.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Lakers' JJ Redick Announces Rui Hachimura News Before Thunder Game Rui Hachimura has been in and out of the Los Angeles Lakers’ lineup.

APRIL 9 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Not playing Tuesday Hachimura (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against Oklahoma City, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact Hachimura has played in seven of the Lakers' last nine games (including five starts) as he continues to work through a left knee injury, and over that span he has averaged 11.3 points and 3.9 rebounds across 27.9 minutes. He'll be held out of Tuesday's game but could be available for the second leg of the Lakers' back-to-back set Wednesday against the Mavericks. Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle), Dalton Knecht, Gabe Vincent (knee) and Jordan Goodwin are candidates to enter the Lakers' starting five due to Hachimura's absence.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Will start vs. OKC Hachimura will be in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Thunder, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact After a one-game absence to manage a knee injury, Hachimura will be back on the floor Sunday in Oklahoma City while also being in the starting lineup with Dorian Finney-Smith set to come off the bench. In 54 games as a starter for the Lakers this season, the Gonzaga product is averaging 13.4 points, 5.1 rebounds and 1.5 assists per game, shooting 50.9 percent from the floor and 42 percent from beyond the arc.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Removed from injury report Hachimura (knee) has been cleared to play in Sunday's game against the Thunder, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact After missing Friday's game against the Pelicans due to managing a knee injury, Hachimura will be back on the floor for the Lakers on Sunday in Oklahoma City. The veteran forward has averaged 11.3 points and 3.3 rebounds per game since returning from a 12-game absence.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Is Rui Hachimura playing tonight? Injury updates for Lakers forward Will Lakers starting forward Rui Hachimura play on Friday against the Pelicans?

APRIL 4 • USATODAY.COM