Anthony Davis

This week, we highlight a critical sign for the Lakers and AD, the speedy Beam Team, shot diets in New York and no-dribble post-ups!

(Reaves hitting [Patrick Beverley](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/3964/patrick-beverley) with the vengeance "too small" was one of the season's funniest moments -- even funnier because of [how actually mad the Lakers were at Beverley.](https://www.espn.com/espnplus/player/_/id/35960396)) [Ricky Rubio](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/4011/ricky-rubio), [Kevin Love](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/3449/kevin-love) and Nikola Pekovic drowning defenses in that exact action -- Towns setting one screen, and then fading behind a second off-ball pick from Gobert. [Shai Gilgeous-Alexander](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/4278073/shai-gilgeous-alexander), [Josh Giddey](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/4871145/josh-giddey), [Jalen Williams](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/4593803/jalen-williams) and [Luguentz Dort](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/4397020/luguentz-dort) on the floor. [Chet Holmgren](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/4433255/chet-holmgren) should be -- and where [Mike Muscala](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/2490089/mike-muscala) and [Kenrich Williams](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/3133626/kenrich-williams) once were. Warren](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/2982334/tj-warren) goes fast [Kevin Durant](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/3202/kevin-durant) locks almost everything into place for the Phoenix Suns. An offense that was so stilted in phase one of the Towns- [Rudy Gobert](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/3032976/rudy-gobert) partnership has looked more natural -- with better spacing and snappier transitions from one action to the next. [Clint Capela](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/3102529/clint-capela) in the first round two seasons ago, getting nowhere, and bricking a fadeaway 18-footer. [Karl-Anthony Towns](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/3136195/karl-anthony-towns) back in the lineup, and their loss was in Phoenix with some kind of bug apparently ravaging the team. He stands atop of what is probably the game's best foursome -- Chris Paul, Devin Booker, Durant, and [Deandre Ayton](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/4278129/deandre-ayton) -- though a few teams (the [Boston Celtics](/nba/team/_/name/bos/boston-celtics), [Milwaukee Bucks](/nba/team/_/name/mil/milwaukee-bucks), and [Cleveland Cavaliers](/nba/team/_/name/cle/cleveland-cavaliers) among them) could put forth rival quartets. For better or worse, [Aleksej Pokusevski](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/4683018/aleksej-pokusevski) is back. [Brooklyn Nets](/nba/team/_/name/bkn/brooklyn-nets) are 8-13 since the trade deadline, but [Mikal Bridges](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/3147657/mikal-bridges) averaging 27 points on almost 50/40/90 shooting is a huge win for Brooklyn regardless of the record. [Sabonis has been on ](/nba/insider/insider/story/_/id/35905661/domantas-sabonis-deaaron-fox-rise-sacramento-kings) [Keegan Murray](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/4594327/keegan-murray) all season to mix up the way he uses screens -- to do more than skulk behind handoffs in search of 3s, sources said.

Anthony Davis is good to go for the Lakers after being listed as probable to play against the Timberwolves.

[listed as probable](https://ak-static.cms.nba.com/referee/injury/Injury-Report_2023-03-31_05PM.pdf) on the Lakers’ injury report with a right foot stress injury. Friday’s matchup against the [Minnesota Timberwolves](/nba/minnesota-timberwolves) is a massive game for them, with the Wolves currently just half a game ahead of them in the standings. [Los Angeles Lakers](https://clutchpoints.com/is-lakers-star-lebron-james-playing-tonight-vs-timberwolves) are currently in the midst of a full-on battle for the final remaining Play-In spots out in the West.

The Los Angeles Lakers (39-38) defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves (39-39) Friday night at Target Center to move above .500 for the first time in over a ...

All Timberwolves starters reached double-digit scoring and Kyle Anderson added 17 points off the bench. The Purple & Gold are now closer than ever this season to clinch a spot in the postseason. led Minnesota in scoring with 25 points, while Jaden McDaniels added 15. Davis, 30, finished the contest with 38 points and 16 rebounds in 37 minutes of action. AD went down with an apparent ankle injury early in the third quarter when Lakers trailed by eight points. His performance earns LA the No.

Los Angeles Lakers center Anthony Davis (foot) is available for Friday's contest against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

to bench](/nba/player-news/226712/lakers-starting-lebron-james-foot-on-wednesday-troy-brown-jr-to-bench)March 29th, 2023 coming off Lakers' bench on Wednesday night](/nba/player-news/226715/troy-brown-jr-coming-off-lakers-bench-on-wednesday-night)March 29th, 2023 [Lakers starting LeBron james (foot) on Wednesday, Troy Brown Jr. [Anthony Davis (foot) active for Lakers on Friday](/nba/player-news/226846/anthony-davis-foot-active-for-lakers-on-friday)March 31st, 2023 [LeBron James (foot) available for Lakers' Friday matchup versus Timberwolves](/nba/player-news/226857/lebron-james-foot-available-for-lakers-friday-matchup-versus-timberwolves)March 31st, 2023 [Anthony Davis (foot) probable for Lakers on Friday](/nba/player-news/226794/anthony-davis-foot-probable-for-lakers-on-friday)March 30th, 2023 [Lakers' LeBron James (foot) questionable on Friday](/nba/player-news/226793/lakers-lebron-james-foot-questionable-on-friday)March 30th, 2023 [Troy Brown Jr.

Anthony Davis had 38 points and 17 rebounds and the Los Angeles Lakers rallied from a double-digit third-quarter deficit to defeat the Minnesota ...

The Lakers scored the first eight points of the second quarter to take their first lead at 35-29, but Towns scored all eight points in an 8-0 run to put Minnesota back in front 37-35. Minnesota leading scorer Anthony Edwards (24.5 ppg) missed his first six shots, but scored on a dunk and Kyle Anderson followed with a 3-pointer to give the Timberwolves their first double-digit lead at 63-53 with 43 seconds left in the half. James recorded the first points of the fourth quarter on a three-point play to stretch the lead to 93-83 and the Timberwolves never got closer than eight the rest of the way. Conley sank a 3-pointer for a quick 7-1 lead and he made another to stretch the advantage to 17-10 with 6:39 left in the opening quarter. Los Angeles didn’t stop there, as Schroder scored on a drive to complete the 24-2 run and give the Lakers an 88-78 lead with 1:17 left in the third. Anthony Davis had 38 points and 17 rebounds and the Los Angeles Lakers rallied from a double-digit third-quarter deficit to defeat the Minnesota Timberwolves 123-111 on Friday night in Minneapolis

Anthony Davis posted 38 points on 15-of-26 shooting and 17 rebounds to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 123-111 comeback victory over the host Minnesota…

is right in the middle of that at 39-38 and tied for seventh now after the big win against a Timberwolves team it is fighting for a spot. Minnesota dropped to 39-39 and ninth in the West. The Lakers are in a rock fight to make the postseason with seven teams from fifth to 11th place separated by just three losses. It initially appeared as though Davis suffered a potentially severe ailment that would knock him out for the rest of the game and perhaps longer. That's when Davis took over, scoring 17 points to put the Timberwolves away. Davis did all this despite being clearly bothered by the ankle.

In their latest critical game in a series of them down the stretch, the Los Angeles Lakers didn't play perfect for 48 minutes, but they were able to turn it ...

For now, however, those hopes are alive thanks to Davis’ heart, Dennis’ hustle and the whole team’s gutty third quarter. He got hurt in the third quarter at the start of the Lakers’ big run, collapsing to the ground and initially appearing unable to stand while grabbing his left ankle. There were a lot of contributors to allow the Lakers to win a game on a night when James looked out of rhythm (shooting 7-19 from the field on the evening), but Dennis Schröder deserves special mention. But he eventually got up, limped off under his own power, tied his shoes tighter and stayed in the game. The Menace was great tonight, earning the nickname LeBron loves so much on defense with his brand of uniquely pesky point-of-attack defense to irritate Minnesota. It goes without saying, but

Enroute their win over the Timberwolves, Anthony Davis put up a huge performance but also ended up twisting his ankle.

Despite getting the win, the Lakers fans would be a little worried as Anthony Davis appeared to have injured his ankle. With the 7th seed on the line, both teams were eager to secure a win. The Los Angeles Lakers made their way to Minnesota to take on the Timberwolves tonight.

This week, we highlight a critical sign for the Lakers and AD, the speedy Beam Team, shot diets in New York and no-dribble post-ups!

(Reaves hitting [Patrick Beverley](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/3964/patrick-beverley) with the vengeance "too small" was one of the season's funniest moments -- even funnier because of [how actually mad the Lakers were at Beverley.](https://www.espn.com/espnplus/player/_/id/35960396)) [Ricky Rubio](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/4011/ricky-rubio), [Kevin Love](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/3449/kevin-love) and Nikola Pekovic drowning defenses in that exact action -- Towns setting one screen, and then fading behind a second off-ball pick from Gobert. [Shai Gilgeous-Alexander](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/4278073/shai-gilgeous-alexander), [Josh Giddey](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/4871145/josh-giddey), [Jalen Williams](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/4593803/jalen-williams) and [Luguentz Dort](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/4397020/luguentz-dort) on the floor. [Chet Holmgren](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/4433255/chet-holmgren) should be -- and where [Mike Muscala](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/2490089/mike-muscala) and [Kenrich Williams](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/3133626/kenrich-williams) once were. Warren](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/2982334/tj-warren) goes fast [Kevin Durant](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/3202/kevin-durant) locks almost everything into place for the Phoenix Suns. An offense that was so stilted in phase one of the Towns- [Rudy Gobert](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/3032976/rudy-gobert) partnership has looked more natural -- with better spacing and snappier transitions from one action to the next. [Clint Capela](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/3102529/clint-capela) in the first round two seasons ago, getting nowhere, and bricking a fadeaway 18-footer. [Karl-Anthony Towns](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/3136195/karl-anthony-towns) back in the lineup, and their loss was in Phoenix with some kind of bug apparently ravaging the team. He stands atop of what is probably the game's best foursome -- Chris Paul, Devin Booker, Durant, and [Deandre Ayton](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/4278129/deandre-ayton) -- though a few teams (the [Boston Celtics](/nba/team/_/name/bos/boston-celtics), [Milwaukee Bucks](/nba/team/_/name/mil/milwaukee-bucks), and [Cleveland Cavaliers](/nba/team/_/name/cle/cleveland-cavaliers) among them) could put forth rival quartets. For better or worse, [Aleksej Pokusevski](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/4683018/aleksej-pokusevski) is back. [Brooklyn Nets](/nba/team/_/name/bkn/brooklyn-nets) are 8-13 since the trade deadline, but [Mikal Bridges](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/3147657/mikal-bridges) averaging 27 points on almost 50/40/90 shooting is a huge win for Brooklyn regardless of the record. [Sabonis has been on ](/nba/insider/insider/story/_/id/35905661/domantas-sabonis-deaaron-fox-rise-sacramento-kings) [Keegan Murray](https://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/4594327/keegan-murray) all season to mix up the way he uses screens -- to do more than skulk behind handoffs in search of 3s, sources said.

Although the Los Angeles Lakers had a big and impressive 123-111 win on Friday over the Minnesota Timberwolves, Anthony Davis went down with what appeared ...

Ironically, once he got hurt, the team went on a big third-quarter sprint, and it did so by defending, rebounding and running. But Davis carried all of his teammates throughout the contest and helped L.A. LeBron James didn’t play up to his standards, shooting just 7-of-19, while D’Angelo Russell was somewhat underwhelming offensively, going 5-of-12 from the field. The big man finished with 38 points, 17 rebounds and two blocked shots while playing 37 minutes. [Houston Rockets](https://ahnfiredigital.com/category/nba/houston-rockets/), who have the worst record in the West, on Sunday, and they will then face the [Utah Jazz](https://ahnfiredigital.com/category/nba/utah-jazz/) on Tuesday before returning to the Southland to go up against the [Los Angeles Clippers](https://ahnfiredigital.com/category/nba/los-angeles-clippers/) the following night. [@AntDavis23](38 points, 17 boards), and his ankle: “He’s good, he powered through.

Anthony Davis had 38 points and 17 rebounds and the Los Angeles Lakers rallied from a double-digit third-quarter deficit to defeat the Minnesota ...

The Lakers scored the first eight points of the second quarter to take their first lead at 35-29, but Towns scored all eight points in an 8-0 run to put Minnesota back in front 37-35. James recorded the first points of the fourth quarter on a three-point play to stretch the lead to 93-83 and the Timberwolves never got closer than eight the rest of the way. [Follow Yardbarker on MSN to get our exclusive content in your Microsoft News feed](https://www.msn.com/en-us/community/channel/vid-cj9pqbr0vn9in2b6ddcd8sfgpfq6x6utp44fssrv6mc2gtybw0us)

Anthony Davis didn't sound concerned about the ankle injury he suffered in the Los Angeles Lakers' win over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

tied the shoes up tighter and just tried to play off adrenaline. The win propelled the Lakers (38-37) into the No. AD’s final bucket of the sequence put the Lakers up 14 with about three minutes remaining. Lakers head coach Darvin Ham: "It all starts with AD … They had fallen behind by as many as 13 points early in the third. AD, who rolled his ankle early in the third quarter, posted 38 points (15-of-26 shooting) and 17 rebounds against the Wolves frontcourt of Rudy Gobert and Karl-Anthony Towns.

How about those Los Angeles Lakers, folks? Tonight in Minnesota, LA rebounded from a double-digit first-half deficit and an apparent third-quarter ankle ...

Fans on Twitter were impressed with Anthony Davis' dominant game versus the Timberwolves despite suffering an ankle injury.

Lakers are feared by the whole league. Anthony Davis was on a mission tonight. Superstar big man Anthony Davis landed awkwardly on teammate Wenyen Gabriel’s foot and appeared to injure his left foot or ankle.

Despite being hobbled by a turned ankle, Anthony Davis didn't miss a single possession and scored 17 of his 38 points in the fourth quarter to lead L.A. ...

"I don't really try to think about that, let the negative thoughts get in my head," Davis said of his past injury woes against the Wolves. So, right now just take care of our own business and the rest will take care of itself." "We're trying to fight for our position and we still think the sixth seed is a goal for us and it's still in reach. [Golden State Warriors](/nba/team/_/name/gs/golden-state-warriors) by 1½ games with five left in the regular season. There are more things that we have to conquer." "Just know that we can't be fat and happy. "Tied the shoes up tighter and just kind off played off adrenaline until the end of the game and was able to get some treatment. 7 in the Western Conference standings, trailing the No. Davis has scored 38 points in each of the first two wins. The Lakers big man fell to the floor as play continued on the other end. Davis had to be helped to the bench during an ensuing timeout, with L.A. "I knew I was going to play," Davis said after the game.

Fans on Twitter were impressed with Anthony Davis' dominant game versus the Timberwolves despite suffering an ankle injury.

Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis went down with a sprained ankle in the third quarter of the Timberwolves-Lakers game. He was holding his left ankle ...

"He's good, he powered through. Already started the process of trying to treat the twisted ankle," Ham said. Lakers coach Darvin Ham provided an injury update on Anthony Davis following sprained ankle: "He's good, he powered through.

The Lakers' star appeared to suffer a painful ankle injury in the third quarter. Instead, he stayed in the game and dominated on one leg.

[dished out revenge in Chicago](https://theathletic.com/nba/game/chicago-bulls-vs-los-angeles-lakers/NPxKOa8AD6V6DNSS/) and Minnesota, with Davis scoring 38 points in both victories. [Austin Reaves](https://theathletic.com/nba/player/austin-reaves-tXhYjgbjhuu4Ro1r/) (15 points) continued his offensive tear. [Lakers](https://theathletic.com/nba/team/lakers/), finally healthy and jelling for the first time all season, were locked in a pivotal matchup against the [Timberwolves](https://theathletic.com/nba/team/timberwolves/), with the winner, at a minimum, gaining pole position in the race for the West’s No. 7 seed in the West, meaning they’d have home-court advantage in the Play-In tournament and could advance to the playoffs with a single victory. 7 in the West – the highest they’ve been in the standings – and now trail the [Golden State Warriors](https://theathletic.com/nba/team/warriors/) (41-37) by 1 1/2 games for the final automatic playoff spot, with the head-to-head tiebreaker in hand. It was a hostile environment, and the Lakers thrived in it. But I was happy to be able to get two dunks – one in transition, the other one in a halfcourt set – and seeing my foot kind of react to it and the rest of the body too.” “On the glass, in the post, the mid-post, at the nail. (The Lakers have the same record as the eighth-place [Pelicans](https://theathletic.com/nba/team/pelicans/), but also owns that head-to-head tiebreaker). “You have to have that one pivotal force that’s leading the charge, and in our case, with this particular team here in the moment, it’s AD,” Ham said. When his work was done and a much-needed Lakers victory was secured, Davis hopped to the locker room as hundreds, if not thousands of visiting Lakers fans cheered and clapped in amazement at his gutsy 38-point, 17-rebound performance. They saw Davis go up for a defensive rebound, land awkwardly near a teammate’s foot and crumple to the floor, writhing in pain while clutching his left ankle.

Jovan Buha: Anthony Davis: “I knew I was going to play regardless. Just that initial tweak — a little bit of pain.” He said he didn't want to go out ...

-via [ESPN](https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/36024203/anthony-davis-carries-lakers-500-twisted-ankle)/ April 1, 2023 Davis didn’t miss a single possession. Anthony Davis has 13 points and 7 rebounds. Anthony Davis is down for the Lakers. AD was able to walk off the court and remains in the game. Anthony Davis stayed in the game after an injury scare with his left ankle. But the focus for the fourth — and moving forward — will be Anthony Davis’ left ankle. anthony davis is carrying the lakers right now. Anthony Davis, despite limping with a left ankle injury, was a beast for the Lakers, scoring 38 points, grabbing 17 rebounds in leading them to a 123-111 win over Minnesota. Powered through.” Ham said it’s just a twisted ankle and Davis is already getting treatment from the Lakers’ medical staff. Darvin Ham on Anthony Davis: “He’s good. On the glass, in the post, the mid post, at the nail.

Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis said he was going to play after spraining his ankle and confirmed his status against Houston Rockets.

It’s the best way to watch player interviews, exclusive coverage from events, participate in live shows, and more! However, his status will ultimately come down to how he feels in the next couple of days. 6 seed still, so hearing Davis will play against the Rockets is encouraging to say the least. Tied the shoes up tighter and just kinda played off adrenaline until the end of the game and then was able to get some treatment. The star looked to be in serious pain and had to be helped to the bench. However, there was a scary moment in the third quarter as Davis came down on Wenyen Gabriel’s foot and turned his left ankle.

Despite suffering a left ankle injury in Friday night's victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves, Los Angeles Lakers center Anthony Davis said he will play…

Davis and the Lakers will then host the Phoenix Suns and Jazz on Friday and next Sunday to conclude the regular season. Though Davis expects to play in Houston, the circumstances may dictate otherwise. Lakers News: Anthony Davis to Play vs.

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert believes that his club fumbled away a double digit first-half advantage and ultimately lost by double digits ...

Anthony Davis never had any doubts about to returning to the Timberwolves match following an injury scare.

Los Angeles Lakers forward/center Anthony Davis is considerd probable to play Sunday in the team's game against the Houston Rockets.

[Anthony Davis (foot) probable for Lakers on Sunday](/nba/player-news/227082/anthony-davis-foot-probable-for-lakers-on-sunday)April 1st, 2023 [LeBron James (foot) questionable for Lakers on Sunday](/nba/player-news/227077/lebron-james-foot-questionable-for-lakers-on-sunday)April 1st, 2023 [Anthony Davis (foot) active for Lakers on Friday](/nba/player-news/226846/anthony-davis-foot-active-for-lakers-on-friday)March 31st, 2023 [LeBron James (foot) available for Lakers' Friday matchup versus Timberwolves](/nba/player-news/226857/lebron-james-foot-available-for-lakers-friday-matchup-versus-timberwolves)March 31st, 2023 [Anthony Davis (foot) probable for Lakers on Friday](/nba/player-news/226794/anthony-davis-foot-probable-for-lakers-on-friday)March 30th, 2023 [Lakers' LeBron James (foot) questionable on Friday](/nba/player-news/226793/lakers-lebron-james-foot-questionable-on-friday)March 30th, 2023 [Zeke Nnaji (knee) questionable for Nuggets on Sunday](/nba/player-news/227102/zeke-nnaji-knee-questionable-for-nuggets-on-sunday)April 1st, 2023 [Derrick Rose (illness) questionable Sunday for Knicks](/nba/player-news/227101/derrick-rose-illness-questionable-sunday-for-knicks)April 1st, 2023 [Devin Vassell (injury management) still out for Spurs on Sunday](/nba/player-news/227100/devin-vassell-injury-management-still-out-for-spurs-on-sunday)April 1st, 2023 [Jeremy Sochan (knee) still out Sunday for San Antonio](/nba/player-news/227099/jeremy-sochan-knee-still-out-sunday-for-san-antonio)April 1st, 2023 [Doug McDermott (elbow) probable for Spurs on Sunday](/nba/player-news/227098/doug-mcdermott-elbow-probable-for-spurs-on-sunday)April 1st, 2023 [Romeo Langford (injury management) questionable Sunday for San Antonio](/nba/player-news/227097/romeo-langford-injury-management-questionable-sunday-for-san-antonio)April 1st, 2023 Anthony Davis (foot) probable for Lakers on Sunday

Anthony Davis is officially listed as probable to play on Sunday against the Rockets, which means that the Lakers big man is good to go.

The fact that he’s still on the injury report has become a customary practice for LA of late, with AD entering the last several games with the same injury status. [Anthony Davis is coming off](https://clutchpoints.com/lakers-news-lebron-what-he-told-anthony-davis-amid-38-point-explosion) a monster performance from Friday night’s big win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. AD was an unstoppable force against Minnesota, finishing with a massive 38-point, 17-rebound double-double in the [Los Angeles Lakers](https://clutchpoints.com/lakers-news-lebron-james-injury-status-vs-rockets-revealed)‘ 123-111 win.