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Dec 12, 2023; Dallas, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) and forward LeBron James (23) run back up the court during the second half against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

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Dec 12, 2023; Dallas, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) and forward LeBron James (23) run back up the court during the second half against the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
After consecutive losses against the Miami Heat and Memphis Grizzlies, the Los Angeles Lakers secured a narrow victory over the Los Angeles Clippers as they won the game 106-103. LeBron James added 25 points and 7 assists as he was able to keep at bay the side consisting of Kawhi Leonard, Paul George, and James Harden. Anthony Davis too chipped in 22 points and 10 rebounds.
After surprising the Clippers, they would love to build on the victory as they face the Toronto Raptors next. But will Anthony Davis and the 39-year-old veteran of the Lakers LeBron James play against the Raptors?
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LeBron James and Anthony Davis may be available
As reported by ESPN, LeBron James is on the injury report of the Lakers again. He has been listed as questionable because of left ankle tendinopathy. Anthony Davis is also probable for the game due to an ankle sprain/ bone bruise. Rui Hachimura is doubtful due to a left calf sprain. He was injured in the game against the New Orleans Pelicans and played for 8 minutes only. Subsequently, he was benched for the succeeding three games.

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Dec 9, 2023; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) and forward Anthony Davis (3) celebrate after winning the in season tournament championship final against the Indiana Pacers at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
Gabe Vincent is out for the game after he underwent a successful arthroscopic surgical procedure. After the surgery was reported on Wednesday, he will be re-evaluated in eight weeks. Earlier the injuries weighed heavy in the ranks of the Lakers, but D’Angelo Rusell’s return eased the concerns. He returned after suffering from a tailbone contusion and added 13 points, 6 assists, 1 block, and 1 steal in his 31-minute play against the Clippers. While the situation does not look too grim for the Lakers side, the Raptors have their issues with the injuries as well.
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Injury report of Toronto Raptors
After securing victories over the Memphis Grizzlies and Golden State Warriors, the Raptors would love to unleash their unpredictability against the Lakers. Gradey Dick, Javon Freeman-Liberty, and Marquis Nowell are out of the game against the Lakers. They are currently engaged in the G League affiliate team Raptors 905. Christian Koloko is out due to respiratory illness, as reported by ESPN.
Otto Poter Jr. with a sprained right knee, won’t be available for the game. Jakob Poeltl too will be absent due to a sprained left ankle. Scottie Barness, Pascal Siakam, Immanuel Quickley, and RJ Barrett will, however, try to buttress the resistance against the Lakers, despite the situation not looking in favor of the Raptors.
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