Lakers Face Injury Challenges Ahead of Clippers Matchup

The Los Angeles Lakers have released their injury report ahead of their road game against the L.A. Clippers. According to Lakers Nation, Austin Reaves will miss another game due to a left calf strain, having already sat out the last two games.

Deandre Ayton is also out with left elbow soreness after missing the Lakers' victory over the Utah Jazz. Rui Hachimura is questionable for the matchup with the Clippers due to right groin soreness, a new injury that has emerged.

Meanwhile, Gabe Vincent is dealing with low back soreness and is also ruled out. In Ayton's absence, Jaxson Hayes and Maxi Kleber have performed well, but Ayton's efficient scoring and defensive rebounding will be missed.

LeBron James, who appeared to have a knee issue during the Jazz game, is not listed on the injury report, indicating he is ready to play against the Clippers. James described the incident as a sharp pain from a knee-to-knee contact but expressed relief that it was not serious.

The Lakers are facing significant injury challenges as they prepare for this crucial game against their city rivals.