Raptors’ Quickley, Lakers’ James, Doncic Questionable for Sunday’s Game
In the upcoming matchup, the Toronto Raptors and Los Angeles Lakers face significant player uncertainties. Key Raptors players have been ruled out, while crucial Lakers stars are also questionable to play.
Raptors’ Injury Updates
The Raptors are contending with several injuries. Starting point guard Immanuel Quickley is questionable due to back spasms. He has missed the last two games, with his last appearance on January 12 against the Philadelphia 76ers. Quickley’s stats this season include an average of 16.5 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 6.1 assists across 40 games.
Other important updates for the Raptors include:
- Jamison Battle (ankle) – Probable for the matchup.
- RJ Barrett (ankle) – Ruled out for the fifth consecutive game.
- Jakob Poeltl (back) – Missing for the 14th game.
- Ja’Kobe Walter (hip) – Out for his fourth game.
Battle did not play in the overtime loss against the Los Angeles Clippers after injuring his ankle earlier this month.
Lakers’ Key Players Questionable
The Lakers are also facing challenges with their star players. LeBron James is questionable due to foot and sciatica issues, while Luka Doncic’s availability is uncertain due to a groin injury. James has played just one back-to-back game this season, after missing the initial 14 games. He logged 33 minutes in their recent loss to the Portland Trail Blazers.
Austin Reaves remains out of the lineup because of a calf strain, adding to the Lakers’ roster difficulties as they prepare for the game.
Looking Ahead
Both teams will aim for a positive outcome despite the injury challenges. The Raptors hope to avoid a repeat of their December 4th matchup, where they lost to the Lakers following a buzzer-beater by Rui Hachimura. With both Quickley and James uncertain, fans eagerly anticipate Sunday night’s game and its implications for the season.
