2 min read • January 29, 2025
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The Los Angeles Lakers suffered a major blow as Anthony Davis exited early in their game against the Philadelphia 76ers due to an abdominal strain. Davis played just ten minutes before leaving the court. The Lakers struggled defensively and ultimately fell 118-104 to the 76ers.
Reports indicate that Davis will miss at least the next two games as he returns to Los Angeles for re-evaluation in a week. Our panel of Pro Docs expects him to be sidelined for multiple weeks, depending on the severity of the injury. Given that it's a muscle injury with a high risk of re-aggravation, the team is likely to take a cautious approach.
This setback comes amid Davis's desire for the Lakers to acquire a true center, allowing him to shift back to power forward—a move he believes would benefit the team's title hopes. Both Davis and LeBron James have urged the front office to explore trade options as the deadline approaches. With Davis now sidelined, his absence may accelerate the Lakers' search for reinforcements to maintain their playoff positioning. The Lakers enter their final two games of their road trip in 5th place in the Western Conference.
On the season, Davis has played in 42 games averaging 25.7 points, 11.9 rebounds and 2.1 block per game. Last season Davis set a career high playing in 76 games.
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