The Lakers bounced back with a win over the Phoenix Suns on Sunday, snapping a four-game losing streak just in time for tonight’s matchup against the San Antonio Spurs.
Luka Doncic led the charge against Phoenix with an impressive 33 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists. Austin Reaves added 28 points in the victory that has Los Angeles feeling confident again.
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The Lakers enter as heavy 9-point favorites against a depleted Spurs team that’s playing without its biggest stars.
Tip-off is set for 10:30 p.m. ET at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
## Injury Concerns Mounting
The big question for tonight is who’ll actually be available to play for the Lakers.
Doncic is listed as questionable with an ankle issue, and his status seems doubtful considering it’s the second game of a back-to-back. Four other Lakers are also questionable: Dalton Knecht (back), Jaxson Hayes (knee), Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle), and Gabe Vincent (knee).
LeBron James won’t be suiting up due to a groin injury. Rui Hachimura and Maxi Kleber are also sidelined.
The Spurs are in even worse shape. Their season effectively ended when Victor Wembanyama (shoulder) and De’Aaron Fox (finger) both suffered season-ending injuries. Jordan McLaughlin is questionable with an Achilles issue, while Charles Bassey remains out with a knee injury.
## Playoff Positioning at Stake
Despite their injury troubles, the Lakers are sitting pretty at fifth place in the Western Conference.
With a little luck, they could climb as high as the second seed before the regular season wraps up.
For San Antonio, there’s nothing left to play for except pride. The Spurs are simply trying to get through the remainder of their schedule before regrouping for next season.
The Lakers have won two of the three meetings between these teams this season, and JJ Redick’s squad is expected to make it three out of four tonight on their home court.
If you’re planning to watch, you can catch the game on SportsNet LA or FDSSW, or stream it free through Jazz Sports.
