Kuzma (heel) is listed as probable for Friday's game against the Pacers.

EDGE Analysis

Kuzma seems to be trending in the right direction for Friday's contest, but his availability can't be fully guaranteed. A number of other Lakers are also listed as probable, namely LeBron James (ankle), Jared Dudley (knee), Alex Caruso (neck) and Damian Jones (back).

Kuzma notched 25 points (10-20 FG, 4-10 3Pt, 1-3 FT), 13 rebounds, three assists and a steal across 34 minutes in Wednesday's loss at Sacramento.

EDGE Analysis

Kuzma started for the first time since Feb. 22 and thrived, posting his second straight double-double while also recording a season-high mark of 25 points. Kuzma's role moving forward will be determined by whether LeBron James (ankle) returns to the lineup or not, but he has proven his worth as a reliable scoring asset. His biggest problem, however, lies on the lack of consistency.

Kuzma (heel) is active and will start in Wednesday's game against the Kings, James Ham of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

EDGE Analysis

After missing the Lakers' last game with a right heel bruise, Kuzma is set to return to action Wednesday. With LeBron James ruled out with an ankle injury, Kuzma should see plenty of run with the Lakers' first unit. He's averaging 11.1 points, 6.5 rebounds and 1.1 assists across 25.6 minutes per game this season.

Kuzma (heel) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Kings, Lakers Nation reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kuzma was unable to play Tuesday after he was initially listed as probable, and he's questionable ahead of Wednesday's matchup. If he's sidelined once again due to a right heel bruise, Markieff Morris and Jared Dudley could see increased run for the Lakers.

Kuzma (heel) is unavailable for Tuesday's game against the Suns, Mike Trudell of the Lakers' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kuzma was considered probable with a right heel bruise, but he won't be suiting up for Tuesday's contest. Marc Gasol (COVID-19 protocols) and Anthony Davis (calf) are also sidelined, so the Lakers frontcourt depth is set to be tested versus Phoenix.

Kuzma is probable for Tuesday's game against Phoenix due to a right heel contusion, Gerald Bourquet of FanSided.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kuzma is dealing with a minor heel issue but appears in line to take the court for Tuesday's tilt. The Utah product has yet to miss a game this season.

Kuzma had 12 points (4-7 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and 11 rebounds in Sunday's win over the Warriors.

EDGE Analysis

Coming off of a pair of single-digit scoring performances, Kuzma bounced back with his eighth double-double of the season. He started the first four games without Anthony Davis (calf), but Kuzma has since moved to the bench, while Markieff Morris has taken over as the Lakers' starting power forward.

Kuzma (back) is available for Friday's matchup against the Trail Blazers but will come off the bench, Mike Trudell of the Lakers' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kuzma was probable due to a back strain, so it's not surprising to see him available against Portland. He'll come off the bench for a second straight contest with Markieff Morris starting for the Lakers on Friday.

Kuzma (back) is probable for Friday's game against Portland, Jamie Hudson of NBC Sports Northwest reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kuzma hasn't missed any time yet this season and that doesn't look likely to change Friday despite the back strain. In his last four games, Kuzma is posting averages of 14.5 points on 38.6 percent shooting, 7.8 rebounds, 2.8 triples and 1.0 block per game.

Kuzma (back) is active for Wednesday's game against Utah, Rick Bonnell of The Charlotte Observer reports.

EDGE Analysis

Although Kuzma isn't in the starting lineup, the forward will play in this one despite nursing a back strain. In 32 games played this season, Kuzma is averaging 11.5 points and 6.2 rebounds while shooting 44.5 percent from the field.