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8. April 2026
Leading scorer in losing effort
Hachimura had 15 points (7-10 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 0-3 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one block across 26 minutes during Tuesday's 123-87 loss to the Thunder.
Analyse
With no Luka Doncic (hamstring), Austin Reaves (oblique) or LeBron James (foot) in the lineup, Hachimura led the Lakers in scoring on the night. The 28-year-old has scored in double digits in four of the last five games (three starts), averaging 13.6 points, 4.0 boards, 1.4 threes and 1.0 combined blocks and steals in 25.6 minutes while shooting 60.0 percent from the floor. Hachimura will likely continue to see elevated usage to close out the regular season as the Lakers focus on getting their stars healthy for the playoffs.
6. April 2026
Scores 21 points in loss Sunday
Hachimura produced 21 points (9-13 FG, 3-5 3Pt), seven rebounds, one assist and one steal across 39 minutes during Sunday's 134-128 loss to the Mavericks.
Analyse
With Luka Doncic (hamstring), Austin Reaves (oblique) and Marcus Smart (ankle) sidelined, Hachimura moved into the starting lineup. He thrived with a 21-point performance, marking his best scoring night since he delivered a 23-point output in a win over the Bulls on Jan. 26. Expect Hachimura to have a sizable role on offense in the final week of the regular season, given he should be a go-to option as long as Doncic and Reaves remain out. Reaves isn't expected back until early May at the earliest, while Doncic's timetable remains uncertain.
5. April 2026
Starting versus Dallas
Hachimura will start in Sunday's game against Dallas, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.
Analyse
The Lakers are down Luka Doncic (hamstring) and Austin Reaves (oblique), so Hachimura will re-enter the starting lineup. The 28-year-old has started 36 times this season, averaging 12.9 points, 3.7 rebounds, 0.9 assists, 0.2 blocks and 0.6 steals while shooting 45.3 percent from deep across 31.9 minutes.