Vanderbilt (foot) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Memphis.

EDGE Analysis

Vanderbilt has been sidelined since early February due to a mid-foot sprain, but he's been trending toward a return in recent days. He's scheduled to have his injury re-evaluated soon, but it seems relatively unlikely that he'll be available for Sunday's regular-season finale against New Orleans. However, it's possible Vanderbilt is back in action sometime during the postseason.

Vanderbilt (foot) will be inactive Tuesday versus Golden State, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Vanderbilt's midfoot sprain is expected to be re-evaluated in coming days, but no formal update on his return to action has been released yet. Vanderbilt had "not been cleared for any contact drills" as of Friday, per Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com, but he was seen doing on-court shooting work prior to Wednesday's victory over Washington. His next opportunity to take the court comes Friday versus Memphis, with the Lakers' regular-season finale following Sunday versus New Orleans.

Coach Darvin Ham said Wednesday that Vanderbilt (foot) will be re-evaluated next week, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Vanderbilt hasn't played since Feb. 1 due to a mid-foot sprain, but he's nearing a return ahead of the Play-In Tournament. The forward's defensive contributions during last season's playoffs were key to the Lakers' run to the Western Conference Finals, but if cleared, he'll likely garner a minor role off the bench this postseason.

Vanderbilt (foot) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Wizards, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Vanderbilt has been ramping up his conditioning, but it's unclear when he'll be cleared to play again. His last appearance was Feb. 1, so even if he gets the green light soon, he'll presumably be limited for at least a few games.

Vanderbilt (foot) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Raptors, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Vanderbilt hasn't played since Feb. 1 due to a right mid-foot sprain. However, he's ramping up his conditioning and nearing a return to game action. Vanderbilt's next chance to suit up will come Wednesday in Washington.

Vanderbilt (foot) is progressing on a return-to-play plan, but he has not been cleared for contact yet, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Vanderbilt suffered a right mid-foot sprain nearly two months ago, so to only commence running as of Tuesday does not implicate an imminent return. That being said, Vanderbilt continuing to heal and progress without a setback is a good sign for the 24-year-old. His recovery is reportedly on schedule, per coach Darvin Ham, although no return date was estimated.

Vanderbilt (foot) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Bucks and will remain sidelined indefinitely.

EDGE Analysis

Vanderbilt hasn't played since Feb. 3 due to a right mid-foot sprain. As of mid-March, he wasn't cleared for on-court activities, and the team hasn't provided a recent update, so Vanderbilt can be considered week-to-week at this point.

Vanderbilt (foot) is progressing in his rehab, but he has not been cleared for on-court activities as of Tuesday, Khobi Price of The Orange County Register reports.

EDGE Analysis

Vanderbilt will certainly be sidelined for Wednesday's game against Sacramento, and he is likely to miss future contests as his gradual ramp-up continues. Vanderbilt has been out since Feb. 3 due to a right mid-foot sprain. However, the fact that there have been no setbacks in his recovery and that the 24-year-old continues gearing up to return this season are both good signs. In his absence, Rui Hachimura has remained planted in the starting lineup with Taurean Prince representing an underwhelming platoon partner. Cam Reddish (ankle) is nearing a return to action in the wing rotation as well.

Vanderbilt (foot) was spotted on the sidelines without a walking boot Monday, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Lakers have yet to issue an update on Vanderbilt's status, but it appears he's trending in the right direction. Head coach Darvin Ham stated before Monday's contest that the next update on the Kentucky product's status would likely come sometime next week, per Jovan Buha of The Athletic.

Coach Darvin Ham said Tuesday that Vanderbilt (foot) has yet to progress to on-court activities, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Vanderbilt is slated to be re-evaluated at the beginning of March, but it sounds like he's still at least a couple of weeks away from returning to game action. He hasn't played since Feb. 1 due to a right wrist sprain, and initial reports hinted that the injury could sideline him for the remainder of the campaign.