ESPN analyst and NBA insider had some crucial updates on Anthony Davis’ injury, and it’s a bit mixed, so to speak.
The Los Angeles Lakers superstar sustained a stress fracture earlier this month and has missed three games for the side, all of which they have lost. The center has been sidelined indefinitely.
Taking to Twitter, Wojnarowski said Davis was expected to rest his feet for a week or so and would be re-evaluated soon after.
ESPN Sources: The pain has subsided in past several days in Anthony Davis' foot and he's expected to rest it for another 7-to-10 days and have it re-evaluated and see if he can return to play. For now, there's hope that a procedure can be avoided. https://t.co/4B2RXiAZTV
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) December 23, 2022
ESPN Sources: The pain has subsided in past several days in Anthony Davis’ foot and he’s expected to rest it for another 7-to-10 days and have it re-evaluated and see if he can return to play. For now, there’s hope that a procedure can be avoided.
This provides only a little bit of optimism that Davis might be available for the Lakers in the middle of January.
How Does Anthony Davis’ Injury Impact The Los Angeles Lakers?
For starters, much of the load invariably falls on LeBron James. The veteran has been producing at a high rate. He has been averaging 27.4 rebounds, 8.2 rebounds, and 6.7 assists this season. His last five games have him propping up 32.1 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 8.2 assists.
The Lakers’ trade decisions will be re-evaluated as well with the big man’s injury. There has been divided opinion on whether LA should beef up their roster or make smaller trades. Earlier, another insider Chris Haynes said the side is still optimistic about making the playoffs and is a trade or two away to make the postseason.
The Lakers’ goal is to make the playoffs…They do not want to miss the playoffs even due to AD’s injury. They are a trade or 2 away from contending in their mind — they like their chances if they are healthy in the playoffs.
At the time of writing, the Lakers are placed 13th in the Western Conference with a 13-19 record. They enter a challenging away stretch starting off with the Christmas Day blockbuster against the Dallas Mavericks.
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