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The NBA is reopening an investigation into a 2021 altercation involving Hayes and his former girlfriend, ESPN's Dave McMenamin reports. The NBA did not discipline Hayes following its initial investigation into Hayes' 2021 arrest, but new footage was released by TMZ on Saturday. "We're obviously aware that the investigation has been reopened, and we're going to cooperate fully," coach JJ Redick said after Saturday's practice.
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Hayes supplied four points (1-1 FG, 2-2 FT), six rebounds and two blocks over 15 minutes during Friday's 131-125 victory over the Raptors. Hayes blocked a season-high two shots, although his playing time remains underwhelming. Anthony Davis has started the season on fire, limiting Hayes to just 15.7 minutes per night. While he can be a decent per-minute producer, he would likely need for Davis to miss time to have any shot at playing meaningful minutes.
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Hayes (foot) is available for Friday's game against the Suns, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports. Hayes was widely expected to be available, so this isn't surprising. The big man will continue to operate as Anthony Davis' primary backup at the center position.
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Hayes is listed as probable for Friday's game versus the Suns due to left foot soreness. Despite being a late addition to the injury report, Hayes is still expected to suit up Friday. The 24-year-old big man logged 15 minutes in the Lakers' regular-season opener and should continue to serve as the team's backup center, as Christian Wood (knee) and Jarred Vanderbilt (foot) remain sidelined.
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Hayes is in the starting lineup for Friday's preseason game against the Warriors, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports. The Lakers are resting their projected Opening Night starters and several key reserves, so Hayes will try to impress the coaching staff to secure a roster spot as a frontcourt option.
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Last 7 Games
| DATE | Opp | Result | Min | PTS | TRB | AST | BK | ST | TO | FPTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/04 | @  |
L 115-103 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 9 |
| 11/01 | @  |
W 131-125 | 15 | 4 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 10/30 | @  |
L 134-110 | 19 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 13 |
| 10/28 | @  |
L 109-105 | 13 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| 10/26 | vs  |
W 131-127 | 14 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| 10/25 | vs |
W 123-116 | 18 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 21 |
| 10/22 | vs  |
W 110-103 | 15 | 10 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 15 |
Upcoming Games
| date | Opp | time |
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| 11/06 | @  |
9:00 PM |
| 11/08 | vs  |
11:00 PM |
| 11/10 | vs |
10:30 PM |
| 11/13 | vs |
11:00 PM |
| 11/15 | @  |
8:30 PM |
| 11/16 | @  |
9:00 PM |
| 11/19 | vs  |
11:30 PM |
Career Stats
| Season | G | FG | FGP | 3PT | 3PTP | FT | FTP | PTS | PPG | FPTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7 | 14 | 77.8 | 0 | 0.0 | 7 | 77.8 | 35 | 5.00 | 79 |
| 2023 | 70 | 126 | 72.0 | 0 | 0 | 51 | 62.2 | 303 | 4.33 | 600 |
| 2022 | 47 | 86 | 55.1 | 3 | 10.3 | 58 | 69.9 | 233 | 4.96 | 441 |
| 2021 | 70 | 245 | 61.6 | 20 | 35.1 | 144 | 76.6 | 654 | 9.34 | 1089 |
| 2020 | 60 | 175 | 62.5 | 6 | 42.9 | 93 | 77.5 | 449 | 7.48 | 800 |
| 2019 | 64 | 174 | 67.2 | 1 | 25.0 | 123 | 64.7 | 472 | 7.38 | 871 |
| 3 Year Avg | 62 | 152 | 62.6 | 8 | 25.8 | 84 | 71.2 | 397 | 6.40 | 710 |
| Career | 318 | 820 | 63.8 | 30 | 26.8 | 476 | 70.8 | 2146 | 6.75 |