Lakers Bench Three Stars for Monday’s Game Against Hornets

The Los Angeles Lakers will face the Charlotte Hornets on Monday, although they will continue to be without some key players. The matchup will be an intriguing one, particularly regarding the absence of several star players on both teams.

Lakers’ Injury Updates

LeBron James, a 21-time All-NBA power forward, is yet to make his season debut. He has been sidelined due to a lingering right sciatica issue. Rookie Adou Thiero is also unavailable as he recovers from left knee surgery.

Point guard Gabe Vincent is out with a left ankle sprain. Austin Reaves, shooting guard for the Lakers, is now listed as questionable. He has missed the last three games due to a strained right groin.

Charlotte Hornets’ Roster Challenges

The Charlotte Hornets will be missing four key players, most notably All-Star point guard LaMelo Ball. He will miss his fourth consecutive game due to a right ankle impingement. Also unavailable is forward Brandon Miller, who is recovering from a left shoulder subluxation.

Miles Bridges is questionable for this game due to back spasms. Additionally, Grant Williams, a 6-foot-6 power forward, is still on the mend from right knee surgery he underwent on November 23, 2024. He tore his ACL during a game against the Milwaukee Bucks.

Upcoming Game Details

The game between the Lakers and the Hornets will tip off at 4 p.m. PT in Charlotte. Both teams will be looking to secure a win despite their roster challenges.

• Lakers Key Absences:
  • LeBron James (right sciatica injury)
  • Gabe Vincent (left ankle sprain)
  • Adou Thiero (left knee surgery recovery)
  • Austin Reaves (questionable, strained right groin)
• Hornets Key Absences:
  • LaMelo Ball (right ankle impingement)
  • Brandon Miller (left shoulder subluxation)
  • Miles Bridges (questionable, back spasms)
  • Grant Williams (right knee surgery recovery)

As the season progresses, both teams will be eager to recover from injuries and find their rhythm. For further updates and analysis on the Los Angeles Lakers, visit Emegypt.