Summary
The Los Angeles Lakers are set to have Marcus Smart back in the lineup for their NBA Cup quarterfinal game against the San Antonio Spurs. Smart, who has been dealing with a back injury, is returning to action, making this the first time the Lakers will have nearly a fully healthy roster this season.
Key Facts
- The Lakers have played 23 games this season and have a record of 17 wins and 6 losses.
- Head coach JJ Redick is leading the team, which recently won against the Philadelphia 76ers.
- Marcus Smart, a key player for the Lakers, has been out with a back injury but is now expected to play in the upcoming game.
- Smart joined the Lakers this season after leaving the Boston Celtics, where he played for nine years.
- This will be the Lakers' first game with nearly all players healthy and available this season.
- Marcus Smart is averaging 9.3 points, 2.9 assists, 2.3 rebounds, and 1.8 steals per game this season.
