The Lakers’ postseason chances depend on the health of Anthony Davis. The All-Star forward may have had a problem at the worst possible time.
At the end of Los Angeles’ season finale against New Orleans, Davis was forced to retire with an apparent back injury. While attempting to set a screen, Davis grabbed his lower back and went directly to the locker room, where he remained for the final minutes of the game.
Davis appeared in a career-high 76 games this season, but his status for the Lakers’ impending Play-In Tournament matchup against the Pelicans is unknown.
Here’s what you need to know about Davis’ injury.
What is Anthony Davis’ injury?
Davis is believed to be experiencing hip and back spasms. according to ESPN’s Dave McMenamin.
McMenamin added that Davis’ injury occurred after an awkward landing following a push from Pelicans forward Larry Nance Jr. On another offensive possession, Davis attempted to set a screen for Gabe Vincent, but his movements were limited and he requested a substitution. .
Here is the sequence of events:
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On the next dead ball, Davis cautiously made his way to the scorer’s table, where he stretched before leaving the court.
How long will Anthony Davis be out?
Davis’ availability for the Play-In Tournament will depend on the diagnosis of his injury. davis too He dealt with hip problems. in November.
Lakers head coach Darvin Ham. called Davis’ spasm “is nothing major,” and he added that he is “extremely optimistic” about Davis’ status for the Play-In tournament. Davis saying would play Tuesday, according to Spectrum SportsNet’s Mike Trudell.
The Lakers benefit from not having to travel before the tournament begins. Los Angeles will face New Orleans in the Play-In Tournament on Tuesday, April 16.
Lakers Play-In Tournament Schedule
Los Angeles will have a day off before facing New Orleans in the 7-on-8 Play-In tournament. The winner will earn the No. 7 seed in the West and will move on to face the defending champion Nuggets in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. NBA.
| Date | Adversary | Time (ET) | television channel | Live broadcast |
| April 16th | in pelicans | 7:30 pm | TNT | Sling |
