The Los Angeles Lakers need a win tonight against the shorthanded Memphis Grizzlies, otherwise they could potentially fall to the 10th seed in the Western Conference. There is one important player whose status has been officially upgraded for the game.
Anthony Davis is officially listed as probable with a left eye injury against the Memphis Grizzlies. Davis has not played a game since April 7 against the Minnesota Timberwolves due to injury, a game in which he played only 12 minutes. Davis missed the last game for the Lakers against the Golden State Warriors, where LA lost a crucial game 134–120.
In two games against the Grizzlies, Anthony Davis is averaging 25.0 points, 8.5 rebounds, 4.5 assists and 4.0 blocks on 60% shooting from the field. While LeBron is arguably the cog that makes the Lakers’ offense work, Anthony Davis’ presence is far more important to L.A.’s defense. Without Davis, the Lakers don’t have many guards to stop teams, and it showed against the Warriors.
This season, Anthony Davis is averaging 24.5 points, 12.6 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 2.4 blocks and 1.2 steals on 55% shooting. His rebounding average against the Grizzlies is worse than his season average, but that may be due to the presence of Jaren Jackson. Regardless of whether Davis plays or not, the Lakers must win against the Grizzlies or their playoff road will be as difficult as possible.
Los Angeles Lakers and Memphis Grizzlies will face off tonight at 8:00 PM EST.
Related Articles
Lakers player criticizes Dillon Brooks for LeBron James’ actions
Major development revealed in criminal charges against Ja Morant’s friend
Boston Celtics star gets honest about relationship with Marcus Smart
