Gabe Vincent News, Rumors, Updates - Los Angeles Lakers

Inefficient in victory Vincent contributed two points (1-6 FG, 0-4 3Pt), three rebounds and two assists over 21 minutes during Friday's 131-125 win over the Raptors.

Impact Vincent went just 1-of-6 from the field, continuing his underwhelming start to the season. While it is great to see him healthy and back on the court after missing the majority of last season due to injury, Vincent's real-life impact is far greater than his statistical production would have you believe. At this stage, he would need an injury to D'Angelo Russell to have any chance at converting playing time into tangible numbers.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for training camp General manager Rob Pelinka said Wednesday that Vincent (knee) is medically cleared to begin training camp, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.

Impact After carving out a role for himself in Miami, Vincent joined the Lakers last offseason and was expected to be a key rotational piece. However, injuries derailed that plan, as the undrafted guard out of UC Santa Barbara made only 11 regular-season appearances due to a lingering knee issue. While Vincent is healthy again, he'll have to compete for playing time with fellow backups Bronny James, Max Christie and Jalen Hood-Schifino.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Lakers News: Offense-Challenged Role Player Impressed LA Front Office In Play-In Lakers' guard Gabe Vincent impressed the front office with his play in the Play-In game against the New Orleans Pelicans

APRIL 20 • SI.COM

Absent from injury report Vincent (knee) isn't listed on the team's injury report ahead of Tuesday's game against the Warriors, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Vincent was listed out for Sunday's matchup due to left knee injury recovery, but he should be available off the bench for Tuesday's game. He's appeared in three contests this season, logging 14 minutes in each appearance.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Sunday Vincent has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Timberwolves, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

Impact After missing nearly the entire season due to an ankle injury, Vincent has appeared in three of the last four games. He will take a seat for the second half of the Lakers' back-to-back set Sunday but should return to action Tuesday versus Golden State.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Will be available Wednesday Vincent (knee) will be available for Wednesday's game against the Wizards, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

Impact Vincent returned to action Sunday and played 14 minutes against the Nets, but was held out Tuesday against Toronto for the first leg of the back-to-back set. Vincent will likely see limited minutes Wednesday as the Lakers continue to ramp him up.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Tuesday Vincent (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Raptors, Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet reports.

Impact Vincent returned to the court Sunday against Brooklyn and tallied two points, a rebound, an assist and a steal in 14 minutes following his lengthy absence. However, since he's missed most of the season, the 27-year-old will likely focus on conditioning over the final few weeks of the regular season in hopes that he's ready for a potential playoff run.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Gets 14 minutes in return Vincent (knee) recorded two points (1-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt), one rebound, one assist and one steal across 14 minutes Sunday in the Lakers' 116-104 win over the Nets.

Impact Playing for the first time since Dec. 20 and making just his sixth appearance of the season, Vincent settled into a modest role off the bench, filling the rotation spot that had previously belonged to either Max Christie (three minutes) or Cam Reddish (two minutes). Vincent didn't light up the box score and is unlikely to gain fantasy relevance over the final two weeks of the regular season unless the Lakers opt to hold out players such as LeBron James, D'Angelo Russell and Austin Reaves for rest or minor injuries. Vincent could, however, see a slight uptick in minutes if the Lakers feel he's a better fit on the second unit than Spencer Dinwiddie.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Officially available Sunday Vincent (knee) has been cleared to play in Sunday's game against Brooklyn, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Vincent has appeared in just one game since Oct. 30, missing 46 straight games due to a knee effusion that ultimately transpired to arthroscopic surgery on his left knee. Vincent had been targeting a return in late March, and the 27-year-old will meet his goal in the nick of time. Addressing his return Sunday, Vincent said "I wouldn't step on that court if I didn't feel like I could help my team win games." He proceeded to acknowledged that his role and minutes are not for him to decide, but he clearly appears to be confident in his health. It will be interesting to monitor if Vincent's shooting and ability to initiate offense shake off enough rust to carve out a sizable role down the stretch.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to questionable Vincent (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Nets, Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet reports.

Impact Vincent has missed the Lakers' last 46 games with a left knee injury but could return to action Sunday. If the 27-year-old guard is upgraded to available, he will likely compete for backup minutes in the team's guard rotation with Spencer Dinwiddie and Max Christie.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Eyeing Sunday return Vincent (knee) is set to join the Lakers for the start of their four-game road trip that begins Friday in Indiana and is expected to make his return to action Sunday in Brooklyn, S...

Impact Though Vincent looks like he'll remain out Friday, barring a setback leading up to Sunday's morning shootaround, he'll be available to play later that day against the Nets for what would be his first appearance since Dec. 20. After signing a three-year, $33 million deal with the Lakers over the summer, Vincent has thus far been limited to just five appearances after his season debut was delayed while he recovered from a left knee effusion. The knee issue then cropped up again in December, prompting Vincent to undergo arthroscopic surgery to provide a longer-term fix for the issue. Vincent will likely claim a spot in the rotation once healthy, though he could be in store for only a light role behind backcourt starters D'Angelo Russell and Austin Reaves.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Vincent (knee) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Grizzlies, Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet reports.

Impact Vincent will miss his 45th straight game Wednesday due to a left knee injury. While Vincent is expected to be nearing a return, his next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with Indiana.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Vincent (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Bucks.

Impact Vincent intends to play again this season but has made just five appearances so far, with his last coming Dec. 20 before he underwent left knee surgery. It's unclear how close Vincent is to suiting up again, but he was cleared for non-contract work in mid-March.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Lakers to lose Vanderbilt, Wood & Vincent for rest of season, per report | Undisputed

MARCH 20 • FOX SPORTS

There are conflicting reports on Gabe Vincent's potential return this season Is Lakers guard Gabe Vincent really inching toward a return to game action this season?

MARCH 20 • USATODAY.COM

Nearing a return Vincent (knee) is nearing a return to action and intends to play again this season, barring a setback, NBA writer Marc Stein reports.

Impact Vincent has played just five games for the Lakers this season, with his last appearance coming on Dec. 20 before he underwent left knee surgery. Vincent will likely compete with Spencer Dinwiddie for backup point guard duties behind D'Angelo Russell upon his return.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Monday Vincent (knee) is out for Monday's game against the Hawks.

Impact Vincent hasn't played since Dec. 20 as he continues to recover from surgery on his left knee. The 28-year-old pro has been cleared for non-contact work and is targeting a mid-to-late March return.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Lakers Injury Report: Gabe Vincent Will Need to Retain Crucial Aspect of His Game to Return Vincent is expected to return sometime before the playoffs.

MARCH 16 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Per Darvin Ham, Gabe Vincent is cleared for non-contact work Lakers guard Gabe Vincent has cleared another hurdle in his recovery from knee surgery.

MARCH 12 • USATODAY.COM

Lakers Injury Report: Gabe Vincent Receives Promising Update Vincent’s latest injury update.

MARCH 12 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Cleared for non-contact work Coach Darvin Ham said Tuesday that Vincent (knee) has been cleared for non-contact work, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Vincent continues to recover from arthroscopic surgery on his left knee and hasn't played since Dec. 20. At the beginning of March, Shams Charania reported that Vincent was targeting a mid-to-late March return, and the point guard appears on track with that estimate. However, even if he's cleared to suit up soon, Vincent would presumably be limited to a reserve role and operate under a strict minutes restriction, as he's appeared in just five games this season. Vincent's potential return would be a nice boost to the Lakers' postseason chances, but it likely won't impact fantasy hoops.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Shams: Gabe Vincent could return to game action as soon as next week Guard Gabe Vincent, who has played in just five games for the Lakers this season, could be on the mend.

MARCH 12 • USATODAY.COM

Targeting mid-to-late March return Shams Charania of The Athletic reported Tuesday that Vincent (knee) is ramping up his rehab and targeting a return in mid-to-late March, barring a setback.

Impact Vincent hasn't played since Dec. 20 and has appeared in just one game since Oct. 30. Charania noted that the Lakers' training staff will re-evaluate the point guard next week, which should narrow Vincent's potential return date. The starting backcourt of D'Angelo Russell and Austin Reaves has helped the Lakers find some footing over the last month, so Vincent will likely be competing for depth minutes with Spencer Dinwiddie when he's cleared to suit up, essentially eliminating any fantasy value he might have.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Still limited to rehab Coach Darvin Ham said Tuesday that Vincent (knee) hasn't returned to on-court activities yet, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

Impact Vincent is due for another evaluation at the beginning of March, but it sounds like he's at least a few weeks away from returning to game action. The point guard hasn't played since Dec. 20 and has appeared in just one game since Oct. 30.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Return date still uncertain Vincent will be re-evaluated following the All-Star break, but he's not expected to be ready to play when the Lakers open their second-half schedule Feb. 22 versus the Warriors, Mi...

Impact The Lakers haven't provided any indication that Vincent has suffered a setback in his recovery from the arthroscopic surgery he had on his left knee in late December, but he'll still need some time to regain conditioning and increase his involvement in workouts even if he's cleared for on-court work once re-evaluated. Vincent was expected to serve as a key member of the Lakers' supporting cast this season after signing a three-year, $33 million deal in the offseason, but he's been limited to just five appearances thus far in 2023-24.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

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