Lakers Heat Up with Key Players Returning


Author: The Daily News Now! March 13, 2026 Duration: 1:27
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Lakers Heat Up with Key Players Returning

The Los Angeles Lakers, despite injuries to key players, have been on a winning streak, with LeBron James returning to the lineup. However, the team is still missing Marcus Smart, Maxi Kleber, and Jaxson Hayes due to various injuries. Coach JJ Redick is hopeful that Smart will be back soon, but Kleber and Hayes availability is uncertain. The Lakers need their center depth to counter playoff-level teams like the Denver Nuggets.

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