The Lakers hoped they had hit rock bottom after tying a franchise record for most consecutive losses. But it appears there’s still some room for the Lakers to fall.
They will play without rookie forward Larry Nance Jr. for at least the next five games because of continued soreness in his right knee, starting when the Lakers (9-41) host the Minnesota Timberwolves (14-35) on Tuesday at Staples Center. Although Nance Jr. could return as soon as NBA All-Star weekend ends on Feb. 12-14, the Lakers could wait longer.
“We’re trying to get him not only pain free.