Vanderbilt (coach's decision) went unused off the bench in Sunday's 128-104 win over the Kings.

EDGE Analysis

Vanderbilt ended up dropping out of the rotation after he had appeared in each of the Lakers' last 35 games and averaged 4.9 points, 4.5 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 0.9 steals in 18.8 minutes per contest during that stretch. The veteran big man had been trending down prior to his absence Sunday, playing no more than 12 minutes in any of his last five appearances while converting on just 36.4 percent of his field-goal attempts. Head coach JJ Redick went with Maxi Kleber (13 minutes) on the second unit in lieu of Vanderbilt in what could prove to be more than a one-time arrangement.

Vanderbilt ended Saturday's 105-99 win over Golden State with 13 points (4-6 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), eight rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals over 19 minutes.

EDGE Analysis

Saturday marked Vanderbilt's fourth game this season with multiple threes. He also grabbed eight rebounds and forced some turnovers on defense. The Lakers rotation has fluctuated all season long, so a few more strong showings could lead to Vanderbilt's role expanding.

Vanderbilt had seven points (3-5 FG, 1-1 3Pt), one rebound, two assists, one block and four steals across 22 minutes during Thursday's 112-104 loss to the Clippers.

EDGE Analysis

Vanderbilt was a bright spot on the defensive end for the Lakers on Thursday, recording a season-high four swipes and his eighth game with one steal and one block. Across 12 games in January, the 26-year-old forward is averaging 4.7 points, 4.3 rebounds, 1.4 assists, 0.8 steals and 0.5 blocks in 21.1 minutes per contest

Vanderbilt recorded six points (3-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and five rebounds across 15 minutes during Thursday's 135-117 loss to the Hornets.

EDGE Analysis

With Rui Hachimura back in the mix, Vanderbilt's path to playing time is obstructed. At least for the time being, Vanderbilt is really going to struggle to keep his fantasy value afloat due to a minor role in the frontcourt.

Vanderbilt won't start against the Bucks on Friday, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

With LeBron James (foot/sciatica) back in the lineup following a one-game absence, Vanderbilt will slide to the second unit. Over his last 10 appearances off the bench, the 26-year-old forward has averaged 6.6 points and 6.0 rebounds in 23.3 minutes per game.

Vanderbilt is in the Lakers' starting lineup against the Spurs on Wednesday, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Vanderbilt will make his third start of the season Wednesday due to the absence of LeBron James (foot/sciatica). Across his prior two starts, Vanderbilt averaged 8.5 points, 10.0 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 2.0 steals over 27.0 minutes per game.

Vanderbilt posted seven points (3-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds, four assists and two steals over 29 minutes during Tuesday's 111-103 win over the Pelicans.

EDGE Analysis

Vanderbilt gave the Lakers a huge lift off the bench on both ends of the court Tuesday, and that's been the case a lot recently. Over his last six outings, Vanderbilt has seen 24.6 minutes per night with 7.2 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.0 steals and 1.2 three-pointers on 60.7 percent shooting from the field.

Vanderbilt (leg) is available for Friday's game against the Grizzlies, Dan Woike of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Vanderbilt was initially listed as questionable for Friday's contest due to right leg soreness, though he was eventually upgraded to probable and has now been cleared to suit up. The 26-year-old forward has logged 20-plus minutes in six consecutive contests, averaging 6.7 points and 6.0 rebounds in 24.5 minutes per tilt during that stretch.

Vanderbilt (leg) is probable for Friday's game against the Grizzlies, Thuc Nhi Nguyen of the Los Angeles Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Right leg soreness is unlikely to stop Vanderbilt from playing Friday. The forward has averaged 6.7 points, 6.0 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 24.7 minutes per contest over his last six games, shooting 53.6 percent from the field.

Vanderbilt is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Grizzlies due to right leg soreness.

EDGE Analysis

Vanderbilt is in jeopardy of missing Friday's contest after logging 20-plus minutes in six straight games. Maxi Kleber and Dalton Knecht would likely see their minutes increase if Vanderbilt doesn't play Friday. Vanderbilt is averaging 5.0 points, 5.5 rebounds and 1.3 assists over 19.2 minutes per game this season.