Gabe

Vincent

Initially questionable for Thursday’s contest, James is trending toward being available. Gabe Vincent would remain in a reserve role, removing most of his value as a potential fantasy streamer.

James missed two in a row before returning to face Memphis on Sunday. If he’s unavailable for the third time in four games, the committee of Gabe Vincent, Max Christie and D’Angelo Russell could absorb his minutes.

James is back after missing Friday’s loss to the Timberwolves, giving the Lakers a welcome boost. The hope is that the time off has helped LeBron with his foot issue and general fatigue. It had become clear that the Lakers needed to get their 39-year-old star some rest. Gabe Vincent is the player most likely headed to the bench with LeBron in the lineup.

Reaves returns after a five-game absence, returning at a perfect time for the Lakers. With LeBron James (foot, personal) away from the team, Reaves’ scoring ability will be critical. Gabe Vincent or Max Christie will be headed to the bench, with the former being the more likely option. Neither Vincent nor Christie provides consistent fantasy value.

Reaves has been out for five straight games, but he’s trending in the right direction ahead of Friday’s tilt with the Wolves. If he ultimately takes the court, Gabe Vincent or Max Christie could slide back to the bench.

Reaves may be back after missing the Lakers’ last five games, which would be a much-needed bost. With LeBron James still out, one of Gabe Vincent or Max Christie will be pushed back to the bench if Reaves returns.

On Sunday, the Lakers were without Austin Reaves and LeBron James, with Christie stepping in for the latter. Unfortunately, he did not provide much value, which can also be said for Gabe Vincent (three points, one rebound, three steals, and one 3-pointer in 25 minutes). With the Lakers off until Friday, the few managers who streamed Christie or Vincent can afford to move on.

The Lakers are without two starters for Sunday’s game, as Austin Reaves (pelvis) and LeBron James (foot) will not play. Vincent and Christie are the replacements, with the changes boosting the former’s streaming value. However, neither should be deemed a must-stream player in this spot.

The Lakers are still without Austin Reaves, but Vincent will replace him in the starting lineup after D’Angelo Russell did the two games before. While this raises Vincent’s fantasy ceiling, he remains a deep-league option.

Both guards will be available after missing the Lakers’ previous game on Sunday. With Russell back, Gabe Vincent will likely be pushed back to the bench, though all three will likely play significant roles with Austin Reaves sidelined once again.