Ayton notched 12 points (6-8 FG, 0-1 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist and three steals over 27 minutes during Tuesday's 132-108 loss to Phoenix.

EDGE Analysis

Facing the team he spent the first five seasons of his NBA career with as he returned from a two-game absence due to a sore elbow, Ayton delivered his 11th double-double of the season. Seven of those have come in his last 13 contests dating back to Nov. 14, a stretch in which he's averaging 14.8 points, 10.2 boards, 1.2 steals and 1.1 blocks while shooting a stellar 75.0 percent from the floor.

Ayton (elbow) is available for Tuesday's game against the Suns.

EDGE Analysis

Ayton was a full participant in Monday's practice and is set for a return following a two-game absence. He had averaged a double-double in his previous five games before going down with the elbow injury, so his presence should provide a boost for LA with Luka Doncic (leg) and Rui Hachimura (groin) sidelined.

Ayton (elbow) practiced in full Monday, ESPN's Dave McMenamin reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ayton has missed the past two games for the Lakers, but the big man appears close to a return. More clarity can be expected once the Lakers release their injury report Monday evening, but for now, Ayton can be considered questionable for Tuesday's game against the Suns.

Ayton (elbow) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Clippers, Dan Woike of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ayton will end up missing a second consecutive game while working through left elbow soreness, and his next chance to play is Tuesday against the Suns. Jaxson Hayes should draw the start at center Saturday in Ayton's absence.

Ayton has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Jazz due to left elbow soreness, Dan Woike of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ayton will be sidelined for Thursday's game due to a left elbow injury. His absence should mean more opportunities for Jaxson Hayes and Jarred Vanderbilt. Ayton's next chance to play will come Saturday against the Clippers.

Ayton ended Sunday's 116-114 win over Phoenix with 20 points (10-11 FG, 0-2 FT), 13 rebounds, one block and two steals across 30 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

Ayton paced the Lakers on the boards in the victory, recording his second double-double over his last three games. He's been a solid presence as a scorer and at the rim over his last eight appearances, averaging 14.9 points, 10.0 rebounds and 1.4 blocks in 29.8 minutes per game.

Ayton ended Sunday's 112-108 win over Philadelphia with 14 points (7-7 FG), 12 rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal over 31 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

Ayton went perfect from the field for the first time this season and has been on a tear offensively. In his last six games, Ayton averages 14.7 points, 9.8 rebounds, 1.0 assists, 0.7 steals and 1.7 blocks across 30.3 minutes, shooting a staggering 73.6 percent from the field and 90.9 percent from the charity stripe.

Ayton supplied 14 points (7-7 FG), 12 rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 31 minutes during Sunday's 112-108 win over the 76ers.

EDGE Analysis

Ayton went perfect from the field and cruised to a double-double with a strong showing on the boards. This marks his first double-double of the month and his ninth through 21 appearances this season. He's averaging 12.3 points, 9.8 rebounds and 1.0 blocks through four December matchups.

Ayton (knee) is off the injury report for Monday's game against the Suns, Dan Woike of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

After leaving Sunday's win over the Pelicans due to right knee soreness, Ayton is good to go Monday and shouldn't have any restrictions. The star big man has averaged 16.0 points, 8.6 rebounds and 1.1 blocks in 29.5 minutes per tilt across 17 games this season.

Ayton exited Sunday's game and did not return due to right knee soreness, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ayton appeared to be favoring his right knee, which is the same knee he has been experiencing discomfort in over the last week, before taking himself out of the game. The Lakers were sporting a comfortable lead, so it remains unclear if Ayton would have been able to return to the game had it been competitive. If he is forced to miss time, Jaxson Hayes figures to see an expanded role.