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NBAInjury Update
Lakers release injury report for Game 2 versus Thunder
TL;DR
The Lakers face potential challenges in Game 2 against the Thunder with Jarred Vanderbilt listed as doubtful due to a dislocated finger and Luke Kennard questionable with neck soreness. They previously lost Game 1, scoring only 37 points in the second half.
Key points
- Lakers lost Game 1 to Thunder 108-90
- Jarred Vanderbilt is doubtful for Game 2
- Luke Kennard is questionable with neck soreness
- Lakers scored only 37 points in the second half of Game 1
- Oklahoma City will be without Jalen Williams and Thomas Sorber
Los Angeles LakersOklahoma City ThunderJarred VanderbiltLuke Kennard
The Los Angeles Lakers' offense tailed off in the second half of Game 1 against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday after they scored 53 points in the first two quarters. After halftime, they could only muster 37 points as they fell 108-90 to the defending NBA champions.
They have been without Luka Doncic for just over a month due to a hamstring strain, but they could be even more short-handed for Game 2 on Thursday. Forward Jarred Vanderbilt dislocated a finger on his right hand while trying to block a shot and had to immediately leave the court. He's listed as doubtful, while guard Luke Kennard is questionable with neck soreness.
For Oklahoma City, forward Jalen Williams and big man Thomas Sorber will not play.
Not having Vanderbilt and Kennard would seriously hamper Los Angeles. Vanderbilt is a versatile, energetic defender who can pound the boards, and Kennard is one of the team's few legitimate 3-point threats. Kennard can also handle the basketball and even get others involved, and L.A. needs as much help in those two departments with Doncic still out of action.
Q&A
What is Jarred Vanderbilt's injury status for Game 2 against the Thunder?
Jarred Vanderbilt is listed as doubtful for Game 2 due to a dislocated finger on his right hand.
How did the Lakers perform in Game 1 against the Thunder?
The Lakers lost Game 1 to the Thunder with a final score of 108-90, scoring only 37 points in the second half.
Who else is injured for the Lakers ahead of Game 2?
In addition to Vanderbilt, Luke Kennard is questionable for Game 2 due to neck soreness.
