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Kessler will start during Sunday's game against the Kings, David Locke of Locked on Podcast reports.

Kessler will return to the starting lineup due to John Collins (back) being out of the lineup. The 22-year-old pro is averaging 9.0 points, 10.0 rebounds 1.3 assists and 1.0 blocks in 27.0 minutes per game over his last three starts.

Davis posted 24 points (9-12 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-6 FT), 14 rebounds and three blocks over 35 minutes in Sunday's 116-104 win over Brooklyn.

Despite entering the game questionable with knee discomfort, Davis led all players in Sunday's contest in rebounds and blocks while ending second on the team in scoring and as one of two Lakers players with a double-double performance. Davis has hauled in 10 or more boards in six straight games, adding 20 or more points in all six of those outings. He has now recorded three or more blocks in three of his last five appearances.

Gibson (hamstring) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Grizzlies.

Gibson will likely miss a seventh consecutive game due to a right hamstring strain. His potential absence wouldn't impact the rotation.

Gobert (ribs) is available for Sunday's game against the Bulls.

Gobert has been dealing with a rib sprain over the last couple of weeks, but he will make his fifth straight appearance Sunday. Over his last four games, Gobert is averaging 14.5 points, 12.8 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 2.0 blocks in 35.8 minutes per contest.

Okongwu (toe) is out for Monday's game against the Bulls, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Okongwu will extend his streak of missed games to six due to a left toe sprain. Bruno Fernando will likely continue to see extended run in his absence.

Davis (knee) is available and will start Sunday's game against the Nets, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Davis and LeBron James (ankle) are both available after garnering questionable tags. Davis has appeared in 23 of the Lakers' last 24 contests, averaging 24.2 points, 13.9 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 2.4 blocks and 1.2 steals in 35.8 minutes per game during that stretch.

Hartenstein (wrist) is available for Sunday's game against the Thunder, Fred Katz of The Athletic reports.

As expected, Hartenstein has been upgraded from probable to available and will play despite a wrist strain. Over his last six appearances, he's averaged 13.0 points, 7.5 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 1.7 steals and 1.5 blocks in 24.7 minutes per game.

Robinson (ankle) will be unavailable for Sunday's game against Oklahoma City, Steve Popper of Newsday reports.

Robinson was noticeably gimpy down the stretch of Friday's loss to San Antonio, so his absence Sunday is unsurprising in the context of New York wanting to maximize his rest-of-season availability after he underwent left ankle surgery in December. The Knicks haven't indicated that he aggravated the troublesome ankle, so Robinson could be back in action Tuesday versus Miami.

Hayes has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Nets due to a calf contusion, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

Hayes wasn't listed on the initial injury report and was scratched just an hour before tipoff. The Lakers won't have a true backup center available behind Anthony Davis (knee), so they'll likely have to play small ball with the second unit. Hayes' next chance to suit up comes Tuesday in Toronto.

Porzingis is questionable for Monday's game against Charlotte due to right hamstring injury management, Taylor Snow of the Celtics' official site reports.

With the Celtics cruising, Porzingis continues to take it easy to stay fresh for a playoff run. If he's sidelined again Monday, Al Horford would likely start at center.