Julius Randle Injury: Updates on Lakers Star’s Ankle and Return

February 6th, 2016 by Joe Pantorno Leave a reply »
Los Angeles Lakers forward Julius Randle suffered a sprained ankle against the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday but was able to finish the game. However, it appears he will not miss any time.

Continue for updates.

Latest on Randle's Playing Status Sunday, Feb. 7 Mark Medina of the Los Angeles Daily News reported the Lakers listed Randle as probable to play against the Indiana Pacers on Monday.

Randle Undergoing Testing Saturday, Feb. 6 Medina reported Randle underwent X-rays on his left ankle.

Randle Showing Progress After Lost Rookie Season After a lost rookie season due to a broken leg just 12 minutes into his debut, Randle missed just one game out of the Lakers' first 53.


In a season that has become the Kobe Bryant farewell tour, Randle is quietly putting together a solid first full year, averaging 11.1 points and 9.8 rebounds per game in a platoon at power forward with Larry Nance Jr. 

However, his shooting percentage hasn't been as high as the Lakers hoped for, as he's posted a 41.6 mark this season.

Still, he's gotten some high praise from opponents, including Golden State Warriors ...

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