JARRED VANDERBILT NEWS

Probable for Friday Vanderbilt is probable for Friday's game against the Spurs due to back spasms, Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet reports.

Impact Vanderbilt has been battling back spasms for a few days, but it appears that he's trending in the right direction. Assuming he gets the green light, he'll likely play a limited role unless the Lakers are without LeBron James (calf, questionable) and/or Anthony Davis (hip, questionable).

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Wednesday Vanderbilt (back) is available for Wednesday's game versus the Spurs, Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet reports.

Impact Vanderbilt has been upgraded from questionable to available Wednesday after missing the previous game due to back spasms. With LeBron James (calf) out, Vanderbilt could receive extended playing time.

DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Wednesday Vanderbilt (back) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Spurs, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact Vanderbilt was unavailable for Tuesday's game against the Mavericks due to back spasms, and it's unclear whether he'll be able to suit up for the second half of the back-to-back set. If he sits again, Jaxson Hayes, Christian Wood and Rui Hachimura are candidates to see increased run.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Dallas Vanderbilt (back) won't play in Tuesday's game versus the Mavericks, Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet reports.

Impact Vanderbilt has been downgraded from questionable to out Wednesday due to back spasms. Jaxson Hayes, Christian Wood and Rui Hachimura are candidates to receive extended minutes in his absence. Vanderbilt's next chance to suit up is Wednesday's matchup with the Spurs.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Officially a game-time decision Vanderbilt is a game-time decision for Tuesday's game against the Mavericks, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Vanderbilt has made three consecutive appearances since returning from heel bursitis, but he's now dealing with back spasms in advance of Tuesday's contest. Luka Doncic (back) is cleared for action, so Vanderbilt's defensive versatility would be a relevant loss for the Lakers if he's unable to suit up.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back on injury report Vanderbilt (back) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Mavericks, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Vanderbilt has played in three straight contests since returning from a heel injury, but he's now been added to the injury report with back spasms. He'll likely need to prove his health during morning shootaround and pre-game warmups to gain clearance for Tuesday's matchup.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back on injury report Vanderbilt (back) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Mavericks, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Vanderbilt has played in three straight contests since returning from a heel injury, but he's now been added to the injury report with back spasms. He'll likely need to prove his health during morning shootaround and pre-game warmups to gain clearance for Tuesday's matchup.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Saturday Vanderbilt (heel) is good to go for Saturday's game against the Pacers, Khobi Price of The Orange County Register reports.

Impact Vanderbilt will play through a probable tag for the second straight game. In three appearances for the Lakers this season, Vanderbilt holds averages of 1.0 points, 5.0 rebounds and 1.3 assists.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Likely available Saturday Vanderbilt (heel) is probable for Saturday's In-Season Tournament finale versus Indiana.

Impact Vanderbilt missed the first 20 games of the season due to the injury but has garnered a modest bench role over the past three contests, averaging 5.0 rebounds in 14.3 minutes per game. He'll likely garner a similar role against the Pacers.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Thursday Vanderbilt (heel) is good to go for Thursday's game against the Pelicans, Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet reports.

Impact Vanderbilt is likely to play a limited role Thursday. In his first two games of the campaign, Vanderbilt has scored a total of one point and is averaging 5.0 rebounds and 1.5 assists in 14.5 minutes.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Thursday Vanderbilt (heel) is listed as probable for Thursday's game versus the Pelicans, Broderick Turner of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Vanderbilt is expected to play Thursday despite dealing with a lingering heel injury. If Vanderbilt is upgraded to available, he will likely serve as one of the Lakers' primary options off the bench in the frontcourt.

DECEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Vanderbilt (heel) is available for Tuesday's game against the Suns, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Vanderbilt played 14 minutes in his return from injury Saturday, and he was carrying a probable tag into Tuesday. Rui Hachimura (nasal fracture) will also be available Tuesday, further complicating a crowded frontcourt in Los Angeles.

DECEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Tuesday Vanderbilt (heel) is probable for Tuesday's game against the Suns, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact Vanderbilt saw limited action in his 2023-24 season debut Saturday against the Rockets (14 minutes), and he's back on the injury report leading up to Tuesday's clash. The team will likely give him the green light closer to tipoff.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Minimal role in season debut Vanderbilt (heel) played 14 minutes and finished with zero points (0-2 FG, 0-2 3Pt), four rebounds and one assist in Saturday's 107-97 win over the Rockets.

Impact Vanderbilt was cleared to make his season debut Saturday after sitting out the Lakers' first 20 games while recovering from a left heel injury he sustained early in training camp. The 24-year-old finished the 2022-23 campaign as a starter in the frontcourt alongside Anthony Davis, but Vanderbilt may have to settle for a bench role if the Lakers prefer to support Davis and LeBron James with more shooting.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to debut Vanderbilt (heel) is good to go for Saturday's matchup with the Rockets, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Vanderbilt is set to make his season debut with Los Angeles after missing the first 20 games of the season. Thus, look for head coach Darvin Ham to ease him back into the swing of things as a frontcourt depth option.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to miss Thursday's game Lakers head coach Darvin Ham said Wednesday that Vanderbilt (heel) is "progressing according to plan," but the veteran big man is expected to remain out for Thursday's game against...

Impact Vanderbilt is getting closer to making his season debut, but his absence looks as though it'll extend into the second leg of a back-to-back set, after the veteran big man remained out for Wednesday's 133-107 win over the Pistons. While Vanderbilt and Rui Hachimura (nose) are on the mend from their respective injuries, Christian Wood should remain the main beneficiary as the first frontcourt player off the bench.

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Vanderbilt (heel) won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Pistons.

Impact Vanderbilt will miss his 19th straight game to start the season Wednesday due to left heel soreness. His next chance to play is Thursday's matchup with Oklahoma City.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Vanderbilt (heel) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against the 76ers, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact Vanderbilt has yet to make his season debut. However, he began a return-to-play progression two weeks ago and should be cleared for game action soon. His next chance to suit up will come Wednesday in Detroit.

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Vanderbilt (heel) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Cavaliers, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Vanderbilt is in the midst of a return-to-play progression but still isn't cleared to make his season debut. His next chance to suit up will arrive Monday in Philadelphia.

NOVEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Vanderbilt (heel) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Mavericks, Khobi Price of The Orange County Register reports.

Impact Vanderbilt began a return-to-play progression last week, but he still has a few hurdles to clear before making his season debut. His next chance to suit up will come Saturday in Cleveland.

NOVEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Vanderbilt (heel) has been ruled out for Tuesday's matchup against the Jazz.

Impact Vanderbilt hasn't played yet this season due to left heel bursitis. Last week, he was cleared to begin a return-to-play progression, but it's unclear how long it'll take him to ramp up to game action. His next chance to suit up will come Wednesday versus Dallas.

NOVEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out to play Sunday Vanderbilt (heel) is out to face the Rockets on Sunday.

Impact Vanderbilt hasn't yet made his season debut while he works through left heel bursitis, but he appears to be trending toward a return sooner than later. Sunday's game will come too soon, and his next chance to feature will come against the Jazz on Tuesday.

NOVEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lakers Injury Report: Update On Jarred Vanderbilt's Bursitis Recovery LA’s recently-extended power forward has missed the entire regular season so far.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Lakers Injury Report: Update On Jarred Vanderbilt's Bursitis Recovery LA’s recently-extended power forward has missed the entire regular season so far.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Lakers Injury Report: Update On Jarred Vanderbilt's Bursitis Recovery LA’s recently-extended power forward has missed the entire regular season so far.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • SUNHERALD.COM