Jaxson Hayes Notches Second Straight Double-Double
Jaxson Hayes was pressed into increased duty during Friday’s win over the New York Knicks after Derrick Favors departed early due to injury. Hayes’ 29 minutes of action led to his second consecutive double-double with 18 points and 10 rebounds to his credit. Factoring in his 7-for-8 shooting performance and two blocked shots, it likely marked Hayes’ best fantasy outing to date in his young career. Should Favors miss any significant time, Hayes would definitely be worth an add in most sized formats; for the time being, he should be draw significant DFS interest Saturday if Favors is held out.
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Jaxson Hayes Out Against Milwaukee
Jaxson Hayes (knee) is out for Thursday's game against Milwaukee. The 24-year-old missed the last two games because of a bruised right knee. He's still dealing with swelling, so it's unknown if he'll be healthy enough to return when the Lakers play the Nuggets on Friday night. Alex Len got the start in Monday's loss to the Brooklyn Nets. However, Len only logged 13 minutes and finished with two rebounds, two assists, and one block. Jarred Vanderbilt and Trey Jemison III also got on the floor. Still, the duo combined for only nine points. With that in mind, Len, Vanderbilt, and Jemison may split time underneath the basket on Thursday, meaning they may not be worth starting in any fantasy format.
Source: NBA Injury Report
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Jaxson Hayes Out Again On Monday Night
Jaxson Hayes (knee) won't play on Monday in Brooklyn. The Lakers won eight-straight games before suffering a loss to the Celtics on Saturday night. Not only that, but the team saw LeBron James (groin) go down, with the multi-time All-Star anticipated to miss at least a few weeks. Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) and Rui Hachimura (knee) are also out, and Luka Doncic (back) is questionable. But as far as the middle is concerned, Jarred Vanderbilt, who had four points, eight boards, and two steals versus Boston, will likely remain in the starting lineup. Vanderbilt isn't the most productive scorer on the planet. But he could get more involved if Doncic is ruled out.
Source: NBA Injury Report
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Jaxson Hayes Cleared For Friday's Action
Jaxson Hayes (hip) will be active on Friday against the Los Angeles Clippers. He has received a couple of upgrades throughout the day and has now officially been listed as available. On Thursday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Hayes put together one of his most productive performances of the season, finishing a 111-102 win with 10 points, seven rebounds, one block, and one steal. He will likely have a tougher evening on Friday against the Clippers, who have Ivica Zubac as a big presence under the rim.
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Los Angeles Lakers center Source: Khobi Price
Jaxson Hayes Available Wednesday
Jaxson Hayes (face) is not on the injury report for Wednesday's game against the Charlotte Hornets. The 24-year-old big man played only seven minutes in the previous game against the Utah Jazz, exiting the action with a facial contusion. However, he will not have to miss additional time because of the injury. Hayes has started seven consecutive games for the Lakers, averaging 8.0 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 1.6 blocks over that span. With the Mark Williams trade rescinded, the Lakers will likely continue to roll with Hayes in the starting unit at the number five position.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Los Angeles Lakers center Source: NBA Injury Report
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