Injuries Loom Large Ahead of Lakers-Bucks Matchup

Both teams face significant roster uncertainties as key players’ statuses remain in question for tonight’s game.

The Los Angeles Lakers will be without Jaxson Hayes (knee), LeBron James (groin), and Rui Hachimura (knee), while Luka Doncic’s availability remains uncertain due to ankle soreness.
The Milwaukee Bucks are monitoring the statuses of Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) and Damian Lillard (groin), both listed as day-to-day for tonight’s game.
The Bucks are on a three-game losing streak, with turnovers and inconsistent play cited as major issues by coach Doc Rivers.
The Lakers have dropped two consecutive games after an eight-game winning streak, with coach JJ Redick emphasizing the need for better effort despite injuries.
This is the first meeting of the season between the teams, with the Bucks aiming to end their skid and the Lakers relying on depth to compensate for missing stars.