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8. Januar 2026
Drills two triples in return
Vincent (back) recorded six points (2-8 FG, 2-7 3Pt), two rebounds and two assists across 18 minutes off the bench in Wednesday's 107-91 loss to the Spurs.
Analysis
Vincent had been sidelined for the Lakers' previous nine games due to a lumbar strain before making his return to action Wednesday. Prior to the contest, head coach JJ Redick said that Vincent would be capped at around 18 minutes, and the veteran guard ended up reaching that limit before he was kept on the bench for the rest of the night. Though Vincent may see his playing-time restriction pushed up a bit in the Lakers' next game Friday versus the Bucks, he's averaging just 21.3 minutes per contest on the season and is unlikely to see his role grow in a major way so long as most of Los Angeles' key contributors are available.
7. Januar 2026
Not listed on injury report
Vincent (back) is not being listed on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's matchup with the Spurs.
Analysis
Vincent is set to return from a nine-game absence Wednesday evening, and head coach JJ Redick relayed that the former will be limited to about 18 minutes against San Antonio, per Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com. With Vincent back in the mix, there might be fewer minutes available for Nick Smith and Marcus Smart.
6. Januar 2026
Ruled out Tuesday
Vincent (back) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Pelicans, Thuc Nhi Nguyen of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Analysis
Vincent was initially listed as questionable for Tuesday's game, though he'll remain sidelined for a ninth consecutive contest due to a back strain. Nick Smith and Dalton Knecht are candidates for increased minutes due to Vincent being sidelined. Head coach JJ Redick said Tuesday that he expects Vincent to be available Wednesday against the Spurs, per Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com.
6. Januar 2026
Downgraded to doubtful
Vincent (back) is doubtful for Tuesday's game against the Pelicans.
Analysis
Vincent is unlikely to play due to a lumbar back strain, which is set to have cost him nine consecutive games. His expected absence leaves the door open for Nick Smith and Dalton Knecht to stick in the Lakers' rotation, though neither player figures to see enough playing time to warrant much streaming consideration.
5. Januar 2026
Questionable for Tuesday
Vincent (back) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Pelicans.
Analysis
Vincent has been upgraded to questionable after missing the Lakers' last eight games due to a back strain. If the 29-year-old guard is cleared to play Tuesday, fewer minutes will be available for the likes of Nick Smith and Dalton Knecht. Across six appearances (two starts) in December, Vincent averaged 5.7 points while shooting 33.3 percent from the field in 21.2 minutes per contest.
3. Januar 2026
Won't play Sunday
Head coach JJ Redick said that Vincent (back), who has already been ruled out for Friday's game against Memphis, won't play in Sunday's rematch versus the Grizzlies, Thuc Nhi Nguyen of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Analysis
Vincent hasn't played since Dec. 14 due to a back injury, and his next opportunity to suit up will come Tuesday against New Orleans. While the 29-year-old guard will remain sidelined Sunday, Redick said he's hopeful Vincent will participate in practice Saturday. With the seventh-year pro unavailable, Nick Smith and Dalton Knecht will likely see increased playing time.