The Los Angeles Lakers are managing several injury concerns following their recent victory over the Milwaukee Bucks.
Guard Austin Reaves exited Wednesday’s game during the third quarter after sustaining a heel injury while scoring on a dunk.
Although initial X-rays were negative, head coach JJ Redick confirmed the team decided to bypass further medical imaging for the guard.
“AR, based on his physical evaluation and how he was feeling yesterday, we opted against imaging,” Redick said.
The coach characterized the injury as minor and confirmed that Reaves is listed as day-to-day, according to Lakers Wire.
Reaves has been a key contributor this season, currently averaging 24.7 points per game with high efficiency from the field.
The team is also monitoring star Luka Doncic, who tweaked his right ankle during the same contest against Milwaukee.
Doncic reportedly woke up without pain on Thursday, according to ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania.
Redick expressed optimism regarding the availability of his star for the upcoming game against the Phoenix Suns.
“He expects Doncic to be available to play on Sunday,” the outlets reported.
Additionally, reserve guard Collin Sexton is dealing with a head injury sustained during a collision with Ryan Rollins.
Redick confirmed that Sexton does not have a concussion and is currently considered day-to-day.
Meanwhile, guard Quentin Grimes has returned to practice after missing time with a sprained finger.
The Lakers currently hold the best record in the NBA at 11-2 and are riding a seven-game winning streak.
The team plans to wrap up their four-game road trip in Phoenix this weekend.
Staff members will continue to monitor the status of all injured players ahead of Sunday’s matchup.
Updates will be provided on the official injury report as the team prepares for their next game.