Ariza (ankle) remains without a return timetable, though he was recently able to begin running. "I don't have a definite date or anything like that," Ariza said. "It's all on when the doctors clear or the way my body feels and responds to more loading, more work. That's kind of the gauge on when I'll be able to be out there safely."

EDGE Analysis

The veteran wing is yet to play this season after he underwent a procedure on his right ankle back on Oct. 6. He's nearing eight weeks since the surgery, at which point he's set to be evaluated by the Lakers' medical staff and a clearer timetable could become available. Ariza noted that he just recently was cleared to run on his own body weight, and he's also been going through light shooting and conditioning work. Reading between the lines, Ariza is likely still several weeks away from making his debut, so he probably won't factor into coach Frank Vogel's rotation until sometime after Christmas.