Lakers Rule Out Hachimura and Vincent, Clear Hayes to Face Pistons
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The Los Angeles Lakers announced their latest injury report for Tuesday’s game against the Detroit Pistons, ruling out Rui Hachimura (right calf soreness), Austin Reaves (left gastrocnemius strain) and Gabe Vincent (lumbar back strain). Jaxson Hayes (left ankle soreness) has been upgraded to available and is expected to return after missing two contests.
Hachimura skipped Monday’s practice because of calf discomfort, and head coach JJ Redick indicated the issue should be short-term. Vincent has been sidelined for several weeks and has not advanced enough in his recovery to rejoin the lineup. Reaves is projected to be out for at least a month as he deals with his calf strain.
The Lakers have struggled to keep a consistent rotation throughout the 2025-26 campaign, particularly among their star group. Hayes’ return adds frontcourt depth after Maxi Kleber filled his minutes, while Redick has covered the backcourt by giving Nick Smith Jr. extra time behind Marcus Smart.
Vincent’s perimeter defense and spot-up shooting, along with Hayes’ vertical threat in pick-and-roll actions with Luka Dončić and LeBron James, will be missed against a Pistons squad that currently leads the Eastern Conference. Detroit’s youth and athleticism could put added pressure on the Lakers, who will lean on their stars in the absence of Reaves, Hachimura and Vincent.
James, who missed the start of the season but has recently rounded into form, said he is prepared to shoulder whatever role the team requires while Reaves recovers.
Source: Lakers Nation
