Deng will get another night off in Friday's final preseason game.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran sat out of Wednesday's game as well. Head coach Luke Walton is likely comfortable with Deng's status, and allowing him to rest up before the season gets going. Nick Young is starting at small forward in his place Friday.

Deng (rest) will sit out Wednesday's preseason outing versus the Warriors, Mark Medina of L.A. Daily News reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Lakers will have one more preseason tune-up on Friday against the Suns, so look for Deng to be available for that outing after getting the night off for rest Wednesday. With Deng on the sidelines, the Lakers are slated to elevate Nick Young into the starting lineup, which could allow him an increased role.

Deng (knee) supplied seven points (3-6 FG, 1-1 FT) and three rebounds over 14 minutes in Tuesday's 109-106 preseason loss to the Blazers.

EDGE Analysis

Deng came into the contest battling a left knee bruise and was due to play limited minutes, which is exactly what transpired. Deng has played a total of just 30 minutes over the two exhibitions he's participated in, averaging 7.5 points and 2.5 rebounds over that span. Those numbers, when extrapolated over a full allotment of playing time, serve as an accurate representation of what Deng should be able to provide in the coming season at the three for a young Lakers squad that will lean on him for veteran leadership.

Deng (knee) will start in Tuesday's preseason game against Portland, but head coach Luke Walton said that the team will "be cautious."

EDGE Analysis

This likely means that Deng, who was dealing with a left knee bruise, will be very limited in Tuesday's game and likely be held out for at least a majority of the second half. Look for rookie Brandon Ingram, Metta World Peace and Nick Young to all potentially pick up minutes once again if Deng plays on a limited basis.

Deng (knee) has been upgraded to probable for Tuesday's game against Portland, Tania Ganguli of the LA Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

initially listed as questionable, Deng has made some progress in his recovery from a bruised left knee. Coach Luke Walton deemed the veteran probable as of Tuesday morning, though a final call on his status likely won't come until close to game time.

Deng (knee) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's preseason game against the Trail Blazers, Mark Medina of L.A. Daily News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Deng has missed the last few games while dealing with a bruised knee and has now been given a questionable tag heading into Tuesday's outing versus the Trail Blazers. We should see his status updated following the team's morning shootaround, but if he's unable to play, look for Brandon Ingram and Larry Nance to potentially pick up some additional minutes.

Deng (knee) won't play in Sunday's preseason game against the Nuggets.

EDGE Analysis

Deng is reportedly showing improvement with the bruised left knee that he suffered in practice Thursday, but the Lakers will play it safe and hold him out for a second straight contest. Nick Young will get the start at small forward.

Deng (knee) is considered questionable for Saturday's game against the Nuggets, Mark Medina of the LA Daily News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Deng is still working back from the left knee bruise that kept him out of action Friday night. The Lakers have no reason not to exercise caution, so Deng's status could come down to a game-time decision.

Deng (knee) is listed as doubtful for Friday's preseason game against the Nuggets, Mark Medina of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Deng bruised his left knee when he bumped into teammate Anthony Brown at practice on Thursday. Brown and rookie Brandon Ingram will likely get the biggest bump in minutes Friday should Deng indeed miss the game. Deng's next opportunity to return to the court will be Sunday, when the Lakers take on the Nuggets again.

Deng provided eight points (3-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and two rebounds over 16 minutes in Tuesday's 103-84 preseason victory over the Kings.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran small forward got his Lakers career off to a solid start, providing an encouraging measure of offense during his time on the court. Deng is expected to serve as a steady veteran presence on a young but emerging Lakers starting five, a role that future Hall of Famer Kobe Bryant fulfilled last season.