Soldiers sidelined by injuries are gearing up for a comeback: The Lakers’ uphill battle

During the crucial phase of their campaign, the Los Angeles Lakers received positive updates from a contingent of recovering players.

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Throughout the Regular Season sprint, the Los Angeles Lakers have scarcely enjoyed a complete roster, with players like Cam Reddish, Gabe Vincent, or Jarred Vanderbilt sidelined due to injuries.

Unfortunately, the team received another blow as Christian Wood, Anthony Davis’ backup center, underwent surgery recently and is anticipated to be out for “a few weeks,” possibly marking the end of his season.

But amid the storm of injuries, good news has just appeared for the yellow and purple team. NBA expert Marc Stein said Gabe Vincent, the Lakers’ long-range defender, is “close to returning” after a long period of recovery from a knee injury.

Joining the Los Angeles Lakers from the Eastern Conference champion Miami Heat, guard Gabe Vincent has been limited to just 5 games this season due to a left knee injury. Initially, the Lakers had hoped that Vincent could step in to fill the void left by Dennis Schroder’s departure. However, Gabe’s injury prevented him from showcasing his skills and forced him to remain sidelined.