Lakers’ Jaxson Hayes sits out against Timberwolves

Lakers' Jaxson Hayes Sits Out Against Timberwolves

The Lakers were down another big man for Friday night's home game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Jaxson Hayes was ruled out due to left knee soreness.

Hayes played 14 minutes in the season-opening loss to Golden State on Tuesday, recording four points and six rebounds. With Maxi Kleber sidelined, Hayes was the primary backup big man behind starting center Deandre Ayton.

Coach JJ Redick downgraded Hayes to unavailable after initially being listed as questionable Friday morning. The Lakers made two-way center Christian Koloko available to compensate for the loss in big man depth.

Hayes was being downgraded to unavailable after being downgraded to questionable Friday morning.

The Lakers face the Timberwolves in a playoff rematch, seeking to bounce back from their season-opening loss.

Author's summary: Lakers' Jaxson Hayes out with knee soreness.

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Orange County Register Orange County Register — 2025-10-25

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