Los Angeles Lakers
Injury Report 2025-26
Full Los Angeles Lakers injury report for the 2025-26 NBA season. Player status, injury reason, and estimated return dates — updated daily.
Los Angeles Lakers Injury Report — 4 Players
| Player | Pos | Status | Injury / Reason | Est. Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LeBron James | F | Out | James (hip/foot) is questionable for Thursday's game versus the Bulls, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports. | Mar 12 |
| Maxi Kleber | F | Out | Kleber is expected to miss additional time while recovering from a lumbar injury, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports. | Mar 19 |
| Jaxson Hayes | C | Day-To-Day | Hayes (back) is listed as probable for Saturday's game against Denver. | Mar 14 |
| Marcus Smart | G | Day-To-Day | Smart is out for Thursday's game against the Bulls with a bruised right hip, per Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com. | Mar 14 |
Updated daily. See who fills in on the Los Angeles Lakers depth chart.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is injured on the Los Angeles Lakers right now?
The Los Angeles Lakers currently have 4 players on the injury report: LeBron James (Out), Maxi Kleber (Out), Jaxson Hayes (Day-To-Day), Marcus Smart (Day-To-Day). Check the full injury table above for return dates and injury details.
Which Los Angeles Lakers players are out?
The following Los Angeles Lakers players are currently listed as OUT: LeBron James, Maxi Kleber. Other players with injury designations: Jaxson Hayes (Day-To-Day), Marcus Smart (Day-To-Day).
How does the Los Angeles Lakers injury report affect fantasy basketball?
Injuries on the Los Angeles Lakers directly impact fantasy value — when a starter is out, their backup moves into a larger role and becomes a waiver wire target. Monitor the Los Angeles Lakers depth chart alongside this injury report to identify who steps in. Player usage can change dramatically with even one key absence.
How often is the Los Angeles Lakers injury report updated?
SportBusy updates the Los Angeles Lakers injury report daily from the official NBA sources. The page also shows estimated return dates when available. Check back before game time for the most current status.
What do injury statuses like "Out", "Questionable", and "Day-to-Day" mean?
"Out" means the player will not play. "Doubtful" means unlikely to play (less than 25% chance). "Questionable" means the player's status is uncertain (roughly 50/50). "Day-to-Day" means the injury is minor and the player is evaluated each day. "Probable" means the player is expected to play.
What conference is the Los Angeles Lakers in?
The Los Angeles Lakers compete in the Western Conference, Pacific Division.
Where can I see the Los Angeles Lakers depth chart?
The Los Angeles Lakers depth chart shows all backups who would fill in for injured starters. Visit the full depth chart at sportbusy.com/teams/nba/lakers/depth-chart/ to see who moves up when a starter is out.
Are any Los Angeles Lakers players ruled out for tonight's game?
The Los Angeles Lakers currently have 4 players on the injury report. Check the table above for each player's current designation — OUT means they will not play, while Questionable and Day-to-Day are game-time decisions. Verify before game time for the latest status.
How does the Los Angeles Lakers injury report affect NBA betting lines?
A key Los Angeles Lakers starter being listed as OUT can shift the point spread by 2–6 points and move the moneyline significantly. Books adjust lines once official injury designations are announced — typically 1–2 hours before tip-off. Always check this injury report and the depth chart together before placing bets on Los Angeles Lakers games.