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January 27, 2026
Ruled out Tuesday
LaVine is out for Tuesday's game against the Knicks due to lower-back soreness.
Analysis
Despite going through Tuesday's morning shootaround, LaVine isn't feeling well enough to play against New York. The star guard's next chance to play comes Thursday in Philadelphia. With Malik Monk (ankle) also sidelined, Keon Ellis could be thrust into a significant role.
January 27, 2026
Goes through shootaround
LaVine (back) participated in Tuesday's morning shootaround, Chris Biderman of The Sacramento Bee reports.
Analysis
LaVine, who was unable to play Sunday against the Pistons, remains questionable on the injury report for Tuesday's game in New York. Malik Monk (ankle) is also questionable for the Kings, meaning players like Nique Clifford, Dennis Schroder and Keon Ellis may be asked to step up if the team ends up being shorthanded.
January 26, 2026
Questionable for Tuesday
LaVine (back) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis
LaVine is in jeopardy of missing his second straight contest. Malik Monk (ankle) is also questionable, meaning the Kings may need to rely more on Nique Clifford, Dennis Schroder and Keon Ellis.
January 25, 2026
Won't play Sunday
LaVine (back) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pistons.
Analysis
LaVine popped up on Saturday night's injury report as questionable due to low-back soreness. The Kings will hold the veteran wing out of Sunday's contest, and his next opportunity to play is Tuesday against the Knicks. Malik Monk, Dennis Schroder, Keon Ellis and Nique Clifford are candidates to enter Sacramento's starting lineup in LaVine's absence.
January 25, 2026
Added to injury report
LaVine is now questionable for Sunday's game against the Pistons due to low-back soreness.
Analysis
LaVine wasn't part of the Kings' initial injury report, but the star guard was added late Saturday night due to back soreness. If he can't play in Sunday's game, Malik Monk or Dennis Schroder would likely enter the starting lineup.
January 21, 2026
Hits for 18 points in loss
LaVine provided 18 points (7-10 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), one rebound and five assists across 22 minutes during Tuesday's 130-117 loss to the Heat.
Analysis
LaVine's numbers have been lower since his return from injury, but he's held a solid floor with no serious regression. He sank 70 percent of his shots during the loss, helping to pad a nine-game field-goal percentage of 49.6 percent. His shot volume has also been high since returning, averaging 13.0 attempts over the same nine-game span.