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Lakers Get Key Boost With Important Return From Injury vs Mavs

Lakers Get Key Boost With Important Return From Injury vs Mavs

Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers' starting center, Deandre Ayton, will return from a knee injury to play against the Dallas Mavericks. Ayton was previously sidelined after a game against the Utah Jazz but is now cleared to participate in Friday's match. His return comes as the Lakers aim for their sixth consecutive win.

Key Facts

  • Deandre Ayton, the Lakers' center, was injured during a November 23 game against the Utah Jazz.
  • Ayton missed the subsequent game against the Los Angeles Clippers on November 25.
  • An MRI showed no severe damage, allowing Ayton to return for the game against the Dallas Mavericks.
  • The Lakers have already advanced to the knockout round of the NBA Cup tournament despite Ayton's absence.
  • Ayton joined the Lakers in the offseason and has played in 15 games, averaging 15.5 points and 8.4 rebounds.
  • The Lakers aim to improve their record to 14-4 with a win over the Mavericks.
  • The game against the Mavericks will start at 10 PM ET on Friday.
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