D'ANGELO RUSSELL NEWS

Shooting woes continue Thursday Russell provided seven points (3-10 FG, 1-7 3Pt), six assists, one rebound, one block and one steal over 23 minutes during Thursday's 119-118 loss to the Magic.

Impact Russell tied his second-lowest scoring mark of the season, though he posted five or more assists for the 11th time through 15 regular-season appearances. The 28-year-old point guard has seen a decrease in playing time since shifting to the bench, due in part to the emergence of Dalton Knecht. In his last five outings, Russell has averaged 8.6 points, 5.0 assists, 2.4 rebounds and 1.2 steals while shooting 34.9 percent from the field across 24.0 minutes per game.

14 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Officially active Wednesday Coach JJ Redick relayed that Russell is "good to go" for Wednesday's game against Memphis, Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet reports.

Impact Russell will not miss any time despite being featured on the injury report since Tuesday due to an illness. It's unclear if Russell will re-enter the starting lineup, but he has performed strongly in two appearances off the bench, delivering 16.5 points on 52.0/38.5/66.7 percent shooting in 26.0 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Wednesday Russell (illness) is listed as probable for Wednesday's game versus the Grizzlies, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact Russell missed Tuesday's practice due to an illness but is still expected to suit up against Memphis. Russell is averaging 16.5 points, 2.0 assists and 2.0 rebounds in 26.0 minutes in his two appearances since moving to the bench.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with illness Russell didn't practice Tuesday due to an illness, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Russell is in danger of missing his first game of the season Wednesday against the Grizzlies. He's operated off the bench over the last two games, giving way to defensive-minded guard Cam Reddish. While Russell has maintained solid scoring numbers as a reserve, his assists have taken a hit. As a starter (eight games), Russell averaged 5.6 assists per night, but he's totaled only four dimes in two contests off the bench.

NOVEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Bronny James scores 6 points in first G-League game as LeBron, Lakers teammates watch courtside

Bronny James started and scored six points in his first G-League game as the South Bay Lakers defeated the Salt Lake City Stars 110-96

NOVEMBER 10 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Solid effort from second unit Russell finished Friday's 116-106 victory over Philadelphia with 18 points (7-12 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-3 FT), two rebounds and three assists across 25 minutes off the bench.

Impact The 28-year-old guard found himself on the second unit Friday in favor of Cam Reddish but didn't sulk about it, as Russell drained multiple threes for the fourth straight game and scored in double digits for the seventh straight. It's not clear whether the shift to the bench is a temporary one for Russell, but the Lakers' reserves could use a reliable threat -- only the Knicks' bench brigade has scored fewer points per game to begin the season.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

LeBron has his 114th triple-double in the Lakers' 116-106 win over the slumping 76ers

LeBron James had 21 points, 13 assists and 12 rebounds in his second triple-double of the season, and the Los Angeles Lakers extended the Philadelphia 76ers’ miserable start with a...

NOVEMBER 9 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Slumping Lakers pull D'Angelo Russell from starting lineup | NBA.com Cam Reddish replaces D'Angelo Russell, who may be able to play with more offensive freedom on L.A.’s 2nd unit.

NOVEMBER 9 • NBA.COM

Slumping Lakers pull D'Angelo Russell from starting lineup vs Philadelphia, promote Cam Reddish

The Los Angeles Lakers have replaced D’Angelo Russell with Cam Reddish in their starting lineup to shake up the slumping team

NOVEMBER 9 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Will come off bench Russell will play a reserve role in Friday's game versus the 76ers, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

Impact Head coach JJ Reddick expressed frustration with Russell following a poor shooting display in the Lakers' 131-114 loss to Memphis on Wednesday. It looks like the coach was frustrated enough to move the point guard to a reserve role in favor of Cam Reddish. It remains to be seen if this will be a one game situation or a permanent move for the starting lineup.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Poor shooting display in loss Russell amassed 12 points (4-12 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound, three assists and two steals in 22 minutes during Wednesday's 131-114 loss to Memphis.

Impact The Lakers needed Russell to step his game up with Anthony Davis (ankle) sidelined Wednesday. Instead, the floor general delivered another woeful shooting performance and once again had major issues from beyond the arc. The numbers look good on the surface, as Russell has scored in double digits in six games in a row, but the efficiency has been subpar. He's shooting 37.5 percent from the field and 29.2 percent from deep in his eight contests so far.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Officially available Russell (foot) is available for Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact As expected, Russell has been upgraded from probable to available and will continue to play through a minor right foot contusion. He's scored in double digits in five straight games, averaging 14.0 points, 6.4 assists and 2.8 rebounds in 30.8 minutes during that stretch.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Likely available Wednesday Russell (foot) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Russell is expected to continue playing through a minor right foot contusion. He's scored in double digits in five straight games, averaging 14.0 points, 6.4 assists and 2.8 rebounds in 30.8 minutes during that stretch.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Russell (foot) is available for Monday's game against Pistons, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

Impact Russell was initially questionable but got upgraded to probable earlier Monday, so this doesn't come as a surprise. He's scored in double figures in four straight contests, averaging 14.8 points, 6.0 assists and 2.8 rebounds in 30.3 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to probable Russell (foot) has been upgraded to probable for Monday's game against the Pistons, Khobi Price of The Orange County Register reports.

Impact Russell was previously carrying a questionable tag, but he's trending in the right direction with tipoff approaching. Barring a setback in warmups, fantasy managers should plan on Russell being available Monday evening.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Monday Russell is questionable for Monday's game against the Pistons due to a right foot contusion, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact This is a new injury for Russell, as he was previously dealing with a minor back issue. He's scored in double figures in four straight games, averaging 14.8 points, 6.0 assists and 2.8 rebounds in 30.3 minutes per game during that stretch. If he's sidelined, Gabe Vincent, Max Christie and Dalton Knecht would be candidates for increased minutes.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Davis scores season-high 38, Lakers beat Raptors 131-125 for first road win of the season

Anthony Davis scored a season-high 38 points and had 12 rebounds, LeBron James had 27 points and 10 assists, and the Los Angeles Lakers never trailed in a 131-125 win over the Toro...

NOVEMBER 2 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Available Friday Russell (back) is available for Friday's game against the Raptors, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Russell has been upgraded from probable to available Friday. The 28-year-old sustained the back injury in Monday's loss to the Suns, and he was held to only 24 minutes in Wednesday's loss to Cleveland, though that restriction was likely due to the fact the club was getting blown out. Russell will likely shoulder his normal workload against the Raptors, and he has averaged 10.8 points and 5.6 assists across 30.6 minutes per game in five regular-season outings thus far.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Friday Russell (back) is listed as probable for Friday's game versus the Raptors.

Impact Russell is expected to suit up Friday despite dealing with lower back soreness. In his most recent outing, the 28-year-old guard tallied 10 points, five assists and three rebounds in 24 minutes.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Russell (back) is available for Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers, Khobi Price of The Orange County Register reports.

Impact Russell was initially listed as questionable but got upgraded to probable a few hours before tipoff, suggesting the back issue is minor. After a quiet start to the season, the Lakers' starting point guard has totaled 30 points, 13 assists, five boards and two steals over his last two appearances.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Ascends to probable Russell (back) is listed as probable for Wednesday's game versus Cleveland.

Impact Russell entered Wednesday with a questionable designation, but he appears to be trending in the right direction. Austin Reaves (thigh) was listed as questionable earlier in the day as well, but he is officially cleared to play.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy against Cleveland Russell is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Cavaliers due to lower back soreness, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Russell seemingly suffered his injury during Monday's loss to Phoenix and is now in danger of missing Wednesday's contest. If Russell is ultimately ruled out, D'Angelo Russell and Max Christie are candidates to receive increased playing time.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Tuesday vs. Minnesota Russell (rest) is available for Tuesday's Opening Night matchup against the Timberwolves.

Impact Russell will suit up for Opening Night against his former team after missing the Lakers' preseason finale. The 28-year-old produced a decent season last year, during which he averaged 18.0 points, 6.3 assists, 3.1 rebounds and 1.4 combined steals plus blocks across a career-high 32.7 minutes per game.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Resting in finale Russell will not play in the Lakers' preseason finale versus the Warriors for rest purposes, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Russell will be rested along with all the other expected starters for Los Angeles. Thus, he will presumably be ready to start at point guard in Tuesday's tilt with the Timberwolves to tip off the regular season.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Dishes out 10 dimes in win Russell posted nine points (2-9 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 10 assists and a rebound across 31 minutes in Thursday's 128-122 win over the Suns.

Impact Russell struggled with his shot but excelled as the team's primary ball distributor. Russell hasn't posted much offensive production in the preseason, but he'll get a substantial minute increase when the regular season begins, allowing for more opportunities.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE