Lakers' Jaxson Hayes: Looks good in Thursday's start
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Hayes had 16 points (8-10 FG), seven rebounds, four assists, one block and three steals in 34 minutes during Thursday's 124-104 victory over the Mavericks.
Making his third start in the last four games while Deandre Ayton (knee) is on the mend, Hayes tied his season scoring high while setting new season highs in minutes and steals. The 25-year-old center is averaging 13.7 points, 5.0 boards, 2.7 assists and 1.0 steals in 21.7 minutes over the last three contests, but his role is likely to shrink once Ayton is cleared to return.
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Lakers' Jaxson Hayes: Starting sans Ayton
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Hayes will start against the Spurs on Tuesday, Ryan Ward of SI.com reports.
The seventh-year center will get the starting nod due to Deandre Ayton (knee) being sidelined. As a starter this season (five games), Hayes has averaged 10.6 points, 4.2 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 27.0 minutes per contest.
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Lakers' Jaxson Hayes: Cycles to bench
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Hayes isn't in the starting lineup for Monday's game against Oklahoma City, Dan Woike of The Athletic reports.
Hayes drew a rare start Saturday with Deandre Ayton (knee) sidelined, but Ayton is back in with the first unit Monday evening. Hayes is averaging 6.9 points and 3.5 rebounds in 15 bench appearances since Jan. 1.
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Lakers' Jaxson Hayes: Starting sans Ayton
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Hayes will start Saturday's game against the Warriors, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.
Deandre Ayton (knee) was a late scratch Saturday, resulting in Hayes getting the starting nod for the first time since Dec. 20. As a starter this season (four games), the seventh-year center has averaged 11.8 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1.5 assists across 28.8 minutes per tilt.
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Lakers' Jaxson Hayes: Suspended for Thursday's game
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The NBA announced that Hayes has been suspended for Thursday's game against the 76ers after he pushed a mascot during pregame introductions in the Lakers' 142-111 win over the Wizards last Friday.
Hayes had appeared in both of the Lakers' ensuing two games following Friday's contest before the NBA concluded its investigation of the incident and levied the one-game ban. With Hayes sitting out Thursday, starting center Deandre Ayton could have a higher minutes floor, and the Lakers will likely turn to either Drew Timme or Maxi Kleber to serve as Ayton's primary backup.
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Lakers' Jaxson Hayes: Cleared to return
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Hayes (hamstring) is available for Sunday's game against the Raptors, Dan Woike of The Athletic reports.
Hayes has missed LA's last three games while dealing with left hamstring tendinopathy, but the team has given him the green light to take the court Sunday evening. He'll come off the bench with Deandre Ayton also set to return from a brief one-game absence.
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Lakers' Jaxson Hayes: Won't play Saturday
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Hayes (hamstring) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Portland.
Hayes will miss his third consecutive matchup due to left hamstring tendinopathy. Maxi Kleber and Drew Timme should be in line once again for more run, especially if Deandre Ayton (knee), who is currently questionably, isn't able to suit up.
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Lakers' Jaxson Hayes: Questionable for Thursday
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Hayes (hamstring) is questionable to play Thursday versus the Hornets, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.
Hayes missed Tuesday's game with some soreness in his hamstring, but it looks like there's a chance he could get back out there for Thursday's game. Check back for another update on Hayes closer to Thursday's tip.
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Lakers' Jaxson Hayes: Won't play Tuesday
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Hayes will not play Tuesday against the Hawks due to left hamstring soreness.
Hayes does not have a strain, and it's possible the Lakers are exercising caution for the second leg of this back-to-back set. With Hayes out, Deandre Ayton could have a higher floor, and Jarred Vanderbilt could see more run for the Lakers.
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Lakers' Jaxson Hayes: Quiet in 16 minutes
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Hayes ended Tuesday's 111-103 victory over the Pelicans with two points (1-2 FG, 0-1 FT), three rebounds, one block and one steal over 16 minutes.
Deandre Ayton had a solid night for the Lakers, while Jarred Vanderbilt was a major bright spot off the bench in 29 minutes. Hayes remains off the fantasy radar in most formats, as he's averaging 18.0 minutes over his last four appearances with 7.0 points, 3.3 rebounds and 1.0 steals.
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Lakers' Jaxson Hayes: Scores 13 points in loss
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Hayes (ankle) racked up 13 points (5-5 FG, 3-5 FT), two rebounds, two assists and one steal in 18 minutes during Tuesday's 128-106 loss to the Pistons.
Hayes returned from a two-game absence Tuesday due to a left ankle injury and made his presence felt. The big man scored in double figures for just the third time this month, leading the second unit in points and finishing as Los Angeles' third-leading scorer. In 10 appearances during December, the 25-year-old center averaged 6.9 points and 3.8 rebounds across 16.7 minutes per tilt.
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Lakers' Jaxson Hayes: Good to go for Tuesday
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Hayes (ankle) is not listed on the injury report for Tuesday's matchup against Detroit.
Hayes will be available to return after missing a pair of matchups due to a left ankle injury. He's struggled to contribute when healthy in December, averaging 6.2 points and 4.0 rebounds over 16.6 minutes per contest in nine games.
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Lakers' Jaxson Hayes: Officially out
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Hayes (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Kings.
Hayes was initially considered doubtful, so his absence doesn't come as much of a surprise. The reserve center is battling left ankle soreness. His next chance to play will come Tuesday against Detroit. In the meantime, Jarred Vanderbilt and Maxi Kleber could see more center minutes.
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Lakers' Jaxson Hayes: Unlikely to face Kings
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Hayes (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against Sacramento.
Hayes is slated for a second consecutive absence due to a left ankle injury. If the backup center winds up missing Sunday's matchup, Jarred Vanderbilt and Maxi Kleber would likely see a bump in playing time.
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Lakers' Jaxson Hayes: Won't play Thursday
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Hayes (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Rockets.
Hayes will miss the Lakers' Christmas Day matchup while dealing with left ankle soreness after exiting Tuesday's game against the Suns early. His absence could lead Los Angeles to lean more on small-ball lineups, with Jarred Vanderbilt and Maxi Kleber candidates for increased roles. Hayes' next chance to suit up will come Sunday against the Kings.
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Lakers' Jaxson Hayes: Questionable for Christmas Day
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Hayes (ankle) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Rockets, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.
Hayes left Tuesday's game against Phoenix with a sore left ankle, and the issue remains a problem ahead of Thursday's matchup with Houston. If he can't play Thursday, Maxi Kleber and Jarred Vanderbilt would handle most of the backup center minutes behind Deandre Ayton.
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Lakers' Jaxson Hayes: Won't return Tuesday
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Hayes won't return to Tuesday's game against the Suns due to left ankle soreness, Khobi Price of The Orange County Register reports. He'll finish with two points (2-2 FT) and one rebound across five minutes off the bench.
Hayes moved back to a bench role after starting the Lakers' previous two games, and he played limited minutes before exiting the contest due to the ankle issue. His next opportunity to suit up will come Thursday against the Rockets.
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Lakers' Jaxson Hayes: Drawing rare start
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Hayes is starting Thursday's game against the Jazz, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.
Hayes is entering the starting lineup for Deandre Ayton, who has been ruled out Thursday due to a left elbow issue. Hayes is coming off a solid showing Sunday against Phoenix, finishing with 12 points, nine rebounds and two assists in 18 minutes off the bench.
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Lakers' Jaxson Hayes: Swats three shots in win
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Hayes finished with three points (1-1 FG, 1-4 FT), five rebounds and three blocks over 17 minutes during Sunday's 112-108 win over the 76ers.
Hayes has been on a tear defending the rim recently, averaging 1.6 blocks in his last five games. While he does come off the bench backing up Deandre Ayton, Hayes may have some standalone value as a blocks specialist and is a worthy add if Ayton were to miss any time.
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Lakers' Jaxson Hayes: Steps in after Ayton injury
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Hayes had eight points (4-4 FG, 0-1 FT), six rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 21 minutes during Sunday's 133-121 victory over the Pelicans.
Deandre Ayton (knee) was well on his way to an outstanding stat line before a knee injury forced him out, and Hayes continued the assault on New Orleans' withering interior in Ayton's place. Hayes' numbers off the bench have been nothing special, but Ayton's heavy load and superb play are the cause of the low numbers. Ayton's injury appears to be minor, but a start could be in store for Hayes if Ayton is sidelined.
