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The Los Angeles Lakers recently snapped a four-game losing streak but there is a chance they could have another one very soon.
The team is set to face off against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday but they will possibly do it without one of their biggest players.
Mike Trudell is reporting that D’Angelo Russell is now questionable for Monday’s game because of a non-COVID illness.
If Russell sits out, it’ll be alongside Cam Reddish and Gabe Vincent, who both have knee problems.
Update:
D’Angelo Russell (non-COVID illness) is now questionable. He’ll be evaluated before the game. https://t.co/tvQRjqBmqx
— Mike Trudell (@LakersReporter) January 15, 2024
It has been an interesting season for Russell but they will definitely miss him if he’s out on Monday.
So far this year, he is averaging 15.4 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 6.1 assists on 47.1% from the field.
It hasn’t been the best year for Russell, who has seen his position change from starter to bench player.
He has started in 29 of his 36 games and has recently been adjusting to his spot in the second unit.
During his seven games as a bench player, Russell has averaged 12.4 points, 1.1 rebounds, and 5.4 assists.
The Lakers will need all the help they can get over the next few days.
After combatting the Thunder on Monday, they will then face off against the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday.
They have lost their last two games so if they are defeated in these two, they will have another four-game losing streak.
Ideally, Russell will be able to shake off his illness soon and the other injured players come back.
Then they will hopefully be able to play well together, overcome the issues holding them back, and keep their record above .500.
The Lakers already had enough problems before Russell’s illness but this could make everything worse.
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