Lakers Injury Report vs Trail Blazers: Latest Updates Tonight
The Los Angeles Lakers take on the Portland Trail Blazers tonight, and the Lakers’ injury report vs. the Trail Blazers highlights several key players who will be sidelined. I will be attending this matchup in person. This contest marks the Lakers’ fourth game in six days, and the effects of this tough stretch are clear on the injury report.
Los Angeles is coming off a disastrous home loss to the Charlotte Hornets, surrendering 135 points and struggling defensively from the opening tip. With multiple players listed on the Lakers’ injury report vs. the Trail Blazers, the Lakers face a tough challenge tonight. Depth, focus, and energy will be critical as Los Angeles tries to bounce back on the road.
New story: The Lakers, who have lost 8 of out of their last 13 games, will have to try to get back on track without Luka Doncic (groin) in Portland https://t.co/bumRB52Go8
— Dave McMenamin (@mcten) January 17, 2026
LAKERS INJURY REPORT
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Deandre Ayton (Questionable) – Knee
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Luka Dončić (Out) – Left groin soreness
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Jaxson Hayes (Out) – Hamstring
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Adou Thiero (Out) – Right MCL sprain
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Austin Reaves (Out) – Grade 2 left calf strain
BLAZERS INJURY REPORT
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Jeremy Grant (Probable) – Achilles
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Jrue Holiday (Probable) – Calf
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Deni Avdija (Out) – Back
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Scoot Henderson (Out) – Hamstring
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Matisse Thybulle (Out) – Knee and thumb
Game Outlook
With Luka Dončić sidelined, the Lakers will also deal with a banged-up frontcourt. Therefore, depth and defensive effort will matter even more tonight. Overall, how Los Angeles adjusts its rotations and protects the paint could decide whether it can steal a road win in Portland.
