Overview
- Thursday’s injury report lists Thiero as questionable for Friday in New Orleans, his first time not marked out this season.
- The Arkansas product has missed Summer League, training camp, the preseason, and the Lakers’ first 12 games during recovery.
- He was cleared for live contact and assigned to the South Bay Lakers to progress toward full five‑on‑five work, per the team.
- Head coach JJ Redick has framed this season as developmental for Thiero and stressed a long‑term approach with his knee.
- Immediate NBA minutes are expected to be limited on the road back‑to‑back, with activation timing dependent on readiness, according to local reporting.