Los Angeles Lakers vs Denver Nuggets Injury Updates, Game Details, Key Absences

Los Angeles Lakers vs Denver Nuggets Injury Updates: The Los Angeles Lakers (42-28) will travel to Ball Arena to face the Denver Nuggets (50-22) on Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

The game is set to tip off at 10:00 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on ESPN and Altitude Sports. Fans can also stream the game live on Fubo and NBA League Pass.

This is the third meeting of the season between the two teams. The Nuggets, currently second in the Western Conference, look to strengthen their position, while the Lakers continue their push for a higher playoff seed. However, both teams have key injuries affecting their lineups.

Lakers vs. Nuggets Injury Report

Los Angeles Lakers

• LeBron James (SF) – Questionable (Ankle soreness)
• Anthony Davis (C) – Probable (Left knee tendinitis)
• D’Angelo Russell (PG) – Out (Hamstring strain)
• Jarred Vanderbilt (PF) – Out (Foot injury)
• Gabe Vincent (PG) – Out (Knee injury)
• Jaxson Hayes (C) – Day-to-day (Ankle sprain)

Denver Nuggets

• Jamal Murray (PG) – Questionable (Hamstring tightness)
• Aaron Gordon (PF) – Probable (Shoulder soreness)
• Reggie Jackson (PG) – Out (Calf strain)
• Vlatko Čančar (SF) – Out for season (ACL injury)

Also read: Los Angeles Lakers vs Denver Nuggets Player Stats, Team Analysis, Key Performers, Head-to-Head and Standings

Both teams are dealing with injuries, but the Nuggets will rely on Nikola Jokić to lead the charge at home. If LeBron James and Anthony Davis play, the Lakers will have a strong chance to challenge Denver. Role players like Austin Reaves and Michael Porter Jr. could be key in determining the outcome.

Can the Lakers overcome their injury concerns to pull off a big road win, or will the Nuggets defend their home court? Tune in to find out!