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Lakers vs Nuggets Injury Report
By Ca'ren Franklinon
Tonight, the Los Angeles Lakers face the Denver Nuggets at home. The Lakers currently sit fourth in the Western Conference, so a win tonight could help them reclaim the No. 3 seed in the standings. With playoff positioning tightening, this matchup carries added importance. Now, let’s take a look at who’s in and who’s out heading into tonight’s game.
Lakers Injury Report
Jaxson Hayes – Probable (Back soreness)
Hayes enters tonight listed as probable due to back soreness. However, if he plays, the Lakers regain an important lob threat and athletic presence in the frontcourt. In addition, his chemistry with Luka Dončić in pick-and-roll situations could create easy scoring opportunities.
Maxi Kleber – Out (Back strain)
Kleber will miss tonight’s game with a lumbar back strain. Although he does not always play heavy minutes, he still provides useful depth. Furthermore, his ability to stretch the floor and defend multiple frontcourt positions helps stabilize the rotation when he is available.
Marcus Smart is off the injury report and Jaxson Hayes is probable for Saturday vs. DEN pic.twitter.com/iFuXBrOhzN
— Dave McMenamin (@mcten) March 14, 2026
Nuggets Injury Report
Aaron Gordon – Probable (Hamstring)
Gordon appears on the injury report as probable with a hamstring issue. Still, Denver expects him to suit up tonight. His physical defense and versatility will play an important role against a Lakers team pushing for playoff positioning.
Jamal Murray – Probable (Ankle)
Murray also carries a probable designation while managing an ankle injury. Nevertheless, the Nuggets depend heavily on his scoring and playmaking alongside Nikola Jokić. Because of that, his availability could heavily influence the pace and flow of tonight’s game.
Peyton Watson – Out (Hamstring)
Watson will miss tonight’s matchup with a hamstring injury. As a result, Denver loses one of its young defensive wings and a valuable bench contributor.
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