Game Preview: San Antonio Spurs vs. Los Angeles Lakers
The San Antonio Spurs face a challenging matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers as they look to recover from a 116-97 loss to the Phoenix Suns. After a promising 5-0 start, the Spurs’ momentum slowed when they lost Dylan Harper to a calf strain, sidelining him for several weeks.
Spurs Injury Updates
- Jeremy Sochan, Kelly Olynyk, and Lindy Waters III are all listed as questionable for the upcoming game.
- De’Aaron Fox, Luke Kornet, and Dylan Harper remain out due to injuries.
- San Antonio’s roster depth is rapidly shrinking, increasing the importance of any available reinforcements.
Lakers’ Form and Player Availability
The Lakers are entering the game on a four-game winning streak despite lacking some key players:
- LeBron James has not appeared this season.
- Luka Doncic, averaging 41.3 points, 11.5 rebounds, and 8.3 assists, will play Wednesday.
- Austin Reaves, scoring 31.3 points and delivering 9.3 assists per game, is questionable.
Both Doncic and Reaves have been critical to the Lakers’ offense, which ranks in the NBA’s top 10.
"Sochan, Olynyk and Waters could return in a tough matchup with the Lakers."
"Los Angeles has done much of their winning while being short-handed."
The Spurs will need to rely on their available players to contend against a Lakers side proving resilient despite injuries.
Author's summary: The Spurs aim to regain momentum against a Lakers team thriving despite missing stars, with key players from both sides questionable for the showdown.