"It's still unclear exactly when Rui Hachimura will return for the Lakers after missing six games because of right calf soreness, but coach JJ Redick said the forward is trending toward playing soon. That could be as early as Monday night when the Lakers play at the Sacramento Kings or Tuesday night when they play the Atlanta Hawks at Crypto.com Arena."
"Hachimura practiced Sunday and took extra shots after the session. "He was able to do everything in practice," Redick said. Hachimura has been rehabbing for two weeks. He took part in a few practices and is eager to return. Does he think he will play against the Kings? "I think so. I think I felt good after [practice], but I got to check with the trainers and everybody and then we'll see for tomorrow," Hachimura said."
"When he does return, Hachimura will be on a minutes restriction and will probably come off the bench, Redick said. Hachimura said his calf has "healed," giving him a chance to practice with the South Bay Lakers, the Lakers' G League team. Hachimura is averaging 12.7 points and 4.3 rebounds in 27 games. He is shooting 52.1% from the field and 44.5% from three-point range, "I'm fine," he said. "I feel good about it.""
Rui Hachimura missed six games with right calf soreness and has been rehabbing for two weeks. He practiced Sunday, took extra shots, and participated in a few practices including with the South Bay Lakers. Coach JJ Redick said Hachimura is trending toward playing soon, possibly against the Sacramento Kings or Atlanta Hawks. Hachimura said his calf has "healed" and he feels good after practice. He will likely return off the bench with a minutes restriction. Hachimura averages 12.7 points and 4.3 rebounds in 27 games, shooting 52.1% overall and 44.5% from three, and is focused on helping the team win despite looming free agency.
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