The Lakers return home Tuesday to face the Utah Jazz after a 10-day road trip where they went 3-2. Sitting fourth in the West at 10-4, Los Angeles has built strong habits despite missing LeBron James, whose return is imminent.
The Jazz, at 5-8, are led by Lauri Markkanen’s 30.6 points per game and rookie Keyonte George, powering an offense that averages 118.9 points. Without Walker Kessler, Utah’s defense is vulnerable, giving the Lakers a chance to dominate inside. With more firepower and momentum, Los Angeles will look to control the game and head into their four-day break on a high.
Game Details
Los Angeles Lakers Injuries
| Name | Pos | Est. Return Date | Status | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gabe Vincent | G | 18 Nov | Out | 18 Nov: Vincent (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday’s game against the Jazz. |
| LeBron James | F | 18 Nov | Out | 18 Nov: James (back) is questionable for Tuesday’s game against Utah. LeBron is motivated and eager to return to action, and said at practice Monday that he is monitoring his body around the clock. |
Utah Jazz Injuries
| Name | Pos | Est. Return Date | Status | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Filipowski | F | 18 Nov | Day-To-Day | 18 Nov: Filipowski is questionable for Tuesday’s game against the Lakers due to a sprained right wrist. |
| Taylor Hendricks | F | 18 Nov | Out | 18 Nov: Hendricks (hamstring) is questionable for Tuesday’s game against the Lakers. |
| Kyle Anderson | F | 18 Nov | Out | 18 Nov: Anderson (back) is questionable for Tuesday’s game against the Lakers. |
| Georges Niang | F | 23 Nov | Out | 14 Nov: Niang (foot) will be re-evaluated in one week, the Jazz announced Friday. |
| Walker Kessler | C | 1 Oct | Out | 6 Nov: Kessler will undergo left shoulder surgery and will miss the remainder of the 2025-26 season. |
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