Lakers Star unexpectedly demoted from Grizzlies

After a close road loss to the Brooklyn Nets, the Memphis Grizzlies return home with one goal in mind: make a statement against the Los Angeles Lakers.

The Lakers, led by superstars LeBron James and Anthony Davis, have started their first season under new head coach JJ Redick with a 4-3 record but dropped their final game to the rebuilding Detroit Pistons.

In a crucial game on Wednesday night to get Memphis back above .500, the Lakers could come up short.

LA forward Rui Hachimura has been downgraded to doubtful ahead of the Lakers’ game in Memphis, which could potentially give the Grizzlies a saving grace as they deal with their own barrage of injuries.

The 26-year-old Hachimura has been one of the most consistent players in the NBA since the Washington Wizards drafted him ninth overall in 2019. Through seven games this season, Rui is averaging 13.6 points and 6.4 rebounds per game, an absurd 57.1 percent from three games. -point range.

Hachimura has started all seven games for LA this season, so being sidelined on Wednesday night is a huge blow for the Lakers. With Jarred Vanderbilt out long-term for the Lakers, LA’s forward depth could be in trouble against the Grizzlies.

For a Memphis squad to get back in the win column, they need to take advantage of the Lakers’ injuries and make a statement at home.

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