D'ANGELO RUSSELL NEWS

Questionable with hip soreness Russell is considered questionable for Friday's game versus the Thunder due to right hip soreness, Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet reports.

Impact Russell wasn't listed on the initial injury report for Friday's game, but it appears he's picked up a sore hip over the last 24 hours, leaving his status in question. The team should supply an official designation for him prior to the 10:30 p.m. ET opening tip, with Dennis Schroder presumably replacing Russell in the starting five if he can't go.

MARCH 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Elliott: D'Angelo Russell brought the energy in win over Suns. But he's also 'at peace' In his second stint with the Lakers, D'Angelo Russell is giving the kind of winning performances that are stirring noise and exuberance — an...

MARCH 23, 2023 • LATIMES.COM

Efficient from field in win Russell ended with 26 points (9-13 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 5-7 FT), one rebound, six assists, two blocks and one steal across 34 minutes during Wednesday's 122-111 win over Phoenix.

Impact Russell finished one point behind Anthony Davis for team high-scoring honors Wednesday, pouring in 26 points on just 13 shots. The point guard hasn't been known for shooting efficiency throughout his career, but he's turned a corner this season, making a very respectable 46.6 percent of his shots. That ranks as the best rate of his career, as does his 39.1 percent mark from three-point range.

MARCH 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lakers charge to skid-snapping win over Suns, 122-111

Anthony Davis had 27 points and nine rebounds, D’Angelo Russell added 26 points and the Los Angeles Lakers snapped a six-game losing streak against Phoenix with a 122-111 victory o...

MARCH 23, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Reaves gets career-high 35, pushes Lakers past Magic 111-105

Austin Reaves scored a career-high 35 points, D’Angelo Russell added 18 points and the Los Angeles Lakers hung on for a 111-105 victory over the Orlando Magic

MARCH 20, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Double-doubles but shoots poorly Russell logged 11 points (5-17 FG, 0-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds, 11 assists and one steal over 36 minutes during Friday's 111-110 loss to Dallas.

Impact Russell led the Lakers in assists and didn't commit any turnovers, but he had a hard time getting his shot to go down. He made only five of 17 field-goal attempts for the second straight game, and he could not knock down any of his attempts from beyond the arc Friday. After going 23-for-36 (63.9 percent) from the field and averaging 30.5 points in his first two contests back from a six-game absence due to an ankle injury, Russell has averaged 15.3 points and shot 30.6 percent from the field in his subsequent three appearances.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 16, 2023

Struggles from field in win Russell finished with 17 points (5-15 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds, three assists, two blocks and two steals over 33 minutes during Tuesday's 123-108 win over New Orleans.

Impact Russell posted a decent stat line and stuffed the stat sheet, but the fact that he needed 15 shots to score 17 points can't be overlooked. The point guard has struggled with injuries since joining Los Angeles, but he's been productive when available and has scored at least 15 points in all but one of his seven outings following the trade. He's averaging 18.9 points, 5.7 assists and 4.1 rebounds per game since changing teams.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Blows up with 33 points Russell accumulated 33 points (13-19 FG, 6-11 3Pt, 1-1 FT), eight assists, five rebounds and one block across 35 minutes during Sunday's 112-108 loss to the Knicks.

Impact Russell drilled six threes on the way to his best scoring total of the season, and his best output since joining the Lakers ahead of the trade deadline. Unfortunately for Russell and the Lakers, he wasn't helped much by the supporting cast, and his big effort alone couldn't help push Los Angeles back to .500 on the season. With LeBron James (foot) likely sidelined until late March and possibly into April, fantasy managers should expect more dynamic outings from Russell as the Lakers look to secure a playoff spot.

MARCH 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shines in return from injury Russell (ankle) produced 28 points (10-17 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 3-3 FT), nine assists, five rebounds and one steal across 31 minutes during Friday's 122-112 win over the Raptors.

Impact Russell sat out each of Los Angeles' previous six games due to a sprained right ankle, but he didn't show any signs of rust or restrictions in his return to the court. The veteran point guard led the Lakers with 28 points and nine assists over 31 minutes, and he shot efficiently with a 5-for-8 mark from deep. Russell was especially effective when it mattered most, scoring 16 points and making all four of his attempts from three-point range in the final period. With LeBron James (foot) still weeks away from a return. Russell will be looked at to help Anthony Davis carry a large portion of the offensive load as the surging Lakers attempt to continue their push up the Western Conference standings.

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Russell scores 28 points in return, Lakers beat Raptors

D’Angelo Russell had 28 points and nine assists in his dynamic return from a six-game injury absence, and Dennis Schröder added 23 points and seven assists in the Los Angeles Laker...

MARCH 11, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Gets green light Russell (ankle) has officially been declared available for Friday's game against the Raptors, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact Russell has been trending in this direction to the point he drew a probable designation heading into Friday's game. The guard is returning from a six-game absence, thus the team could opt to ease him back into the swing of things.

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Officially probable Friday Russell officially holds a probable designation for Friday's game versus the Raptors, Mike Bresnahan of Spectrum SportsNet reports.

Impact Coach Darvin Ham indicated earlier in the day Thursday that Russell will make his return to the floor and will start Friday, so the probable designation seems more like a formality than anything else. Barring a setback in the next 24 hours, look for Russell to reclaim his spot as the starting point guard, moving Dennis Schroder back to a reserve role.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to start against Toronto Coach Darvin Ham said Thursday that Russell (ankle) will be available for Friday's game versus the Raptors and will return to the starting lineup, Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNe...

Impact Russell returned to practice Thursday after missing the previous six games with a right ankle sprain. He will replace Dennis Schroder in the starting lineup against Toronto. Russell figures to offer solid fantasy value, especially with LeBron James (foot) out.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eyeing Friday return Coach Darvin Ham said Tuesday the Lakers are targeting Friday's game versus the Raptors for Russell's (ankle) return to the lineup, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

Impact Russell has missed the last six games due to a right ankle sprain but hopes to return Friday. He was averaging 17.3 points, 5.7 assists and 3.3 rebounds in 30.3 minutes across his first three games with the Lakers before suffering his injury against the Warriors. Russell should replace Dennis Schroder in the starting lineup and will have plenty of offensive opportunities with LeBron James (foot) out.

MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Anthony Davis leads Lakers past Grizz without Ja, 112-103

Anthony Davis had 30 points and 22 rebounds, Dennis Schröder added 17 points and nine assists, and the Los Angeles Lakers moved into ninth place in the Western Conference with a 11...

MARCH 8, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ruled out Tuesday Russell (ankle) will not play Tuesday against the Grizzlies, according toRyan Ward of LakersNation.com.

Impact Russell was previously upgraded to a game-time decision and was spotted going through warmups, but he'll miss his sixth straight game Tuesday evening. His next chance to play will be March 10 against the Raptors. Dennis Schroder will hold down the fort at point guard once again Tuesday.

MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Tuesday Russell (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Grizzlies, Mike Bresnahan of Spectrum SportsNet reports.

Impact Russell has missed the past five games after suffering an ankle sprain, but it looks like there's a chance he could return to the floor Tuesday evening. If he is able to get back out there, Dennis Schroder would be a candidate to head back to the second unit.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Russell (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Warriors, Broderick Turner of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Russell has been dealing with a sprained right ankle, and Sunday will be his fifth straight absence due to the injury. The Lakers will turn to Dennis Schroder to handle a bigger playmaking role, while Austin Reaves, Lonnie Walker and Troy Brown should see expanded roles as well. Russell's next chance to play comes Tuesday against the Grizzlies.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gobert leads Timberwolves past Lakers despite Davis' 38

Rudy Gobert had 22 points and 14 rebounds, Anthony Edwards scored 19 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves completed a two-game Los Angeles sweep with a 110-102 victory over the sh...

MARCH 4, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Remains sidelined Friday Russell (ankle) won't play in Friday's game against the Timberwolves, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Friday will mark Russell's fourth consecutive absence due to a sprained right ankle. With LeBron James (foot) also out for the foreseeable future, the Lakers will turn to Dennis Schroder, Austin Reaves, Lonnie Walker and Troy Brown to handle expanded roles. Russell's next chance to play comes Sunday against Golden State.

MARCH 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dennis Schroder scores 26 points, Lakers top Thunder 123-117

Dennis Schroder scored 26 points and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 123-117 on Wednesday night

MARCH 2, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ruled out Wednesday Russell (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Thunder, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact As expected, Russell will miss a third straight game due to a right ankle sprain. LeBron James (foot) and Anthony Davis (foot) are also out, so more playmaking opportunities should be available for Dennis Schroder, Austin Reaves, Lonnie Walker and Rui Hachimura. Russell's next chance to suit up will come Friday against Minnesota.

MARCH 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out Tuesday, doubtful Wednesday Russell (ankle) is out Tuesday against the Grizzlies and is doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Thunder, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

Impact Russell's continued absence makes more of an impact after we learned that LeBron James (foot) will be sidelined for multiple weeks. For as long as Russell is out, Dennis Schroder should continue starting, and Austin Reaves should see a more significant role as well.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Who needs to step up for Lakers in wake of LeBron James' injury

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FEBRUARY 28, 2023