Overview
- The Lakers upgraded LeBron James to available after he was listed as questionable with left foot joint arthritis and right sciatica.
- Rui Hachimura was ruled out with a right calf strain for a sixth straight game after practicing with the South Bay Lakers earlier in the week.
- Giannis Antetokounmpo is set to play for Milwaukee under a minutes restriction following recent right-calf management, typically around 30–31 minutes.
- Austin Reaves (left calf strain) and Adou Thiero (right MCL sprain) remain out for Los Angeles, affecting rotation depth.
- Tipoff is 10:30 p.m. ET at Crypto.com Arena, with national coverage on NBA TV and streaming options such as NBA League Pass and Fubo.