Matthews recorded two points (1-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt), two rebounds and one assist in 24 minutes during the Lakers' 109-98 loss to the Nets on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews got his second start of the season with Dennis Schroder (COVID-19 protocols) out of the lineup, but had a very quiet performance. The veteran guard is averaging a career-low 5.0 points per game. However, if Schroder is to miss more time, expect Matthews to continue to see an increased workload.

Matthews is in the starting five for Thursday's game against the Nets, Mike Trudell of the Lakers' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews will receive an increased workload with Dennis Schroder (COVID-19 protocols) out Thursday. He's averaged 21 minutes over Los Angeles' last three games, but only scored a combined six points in that span.

Matthews had 16 points (5-7 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), tree rebounds, two steals, an assist and a block across 26 minutes off the bench in Monday's overtime win over the Thunder.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews was coming off four straight DNP designations, but he bounced back in a big way Monday and contributed with a few key shots while operating off the bench. Matthews is not expected to move into the starting lineup anytime soon, and with him receiving DNP tags in seven of his last 15 appearances, Matthews shouldn't be trusted at all in fantasy formats unless he finds a way to get more minutes consistently.

Matthews (coach's decision) didn't see the floor Saturday in the Lakers' 135-129 win over the Pistons in double overtime.

EDGE Analysis

After averaging 4.7 points in 19.5 minutes per game while shooting 39.7 percent from the field over his first 17 appearances of the season, Matthews has lost his spot in the rotation. Despite being healthy, he hasn't seen the court in any of the Lakers' last four games, as head coach Frank Vogel has rolled with LeBron James, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Alex Caruso and Talen Horton-Tucker as the team's primary options on the wing.

Matthews (Achilles) will play in Thursday's game against the Bucks, Harrison Faigen of SB Nation reports.

EDGE Analysis

He was probable on the injury report, and Matthews will ultimately play in his third straight game since missing a three-game stretch with a sore Achilles.

Matthews (Achilles) is once again listed as questionable for Thursday's game against Milwaukee.

EDGE Analysis

A sore right Achilles caused Matthews to miss a few games last week, but he's played in each of the last two contests and should be available Thursday against his former team.

Matthews (Achilles) is probable for Monday's game against the Warriors.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews returned to action Friday after missing three consecutive games due to right Achilles soreness, and he played 14 minutes off the bench in his first game back. Although he wasn't very productive in Friday's win over the Pelicans, he appears likely to play once again Monday against the Warriors.

Matthews (Achilles) played 14 minutes off the bench and logged zero points (0-2 FG, 0-3 3Pt) and one assist Friday in the Lakers' 112-95 win over the Pelicans.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews returned to action after missing the Lakers' previous three contests with right Achilles' tendon soreness. Though Matthews had started and played 34 minutes in his previous appearance Jan. 8, he only saw the elevated workload since Anthony Davis was being held out of the contest due to a minor injury. The Lakers were at close to full strength Friday, so Matthews' minutes count is much more representative of what to expect from him moving forward.

Matthews (Achilles) is active for Friday's game against the Pelicans, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews will return from a three-game absence due to a sore right Achilles. His presence could mean slightly less minutes for Talen Horton-Tucker.

Matthews (Achilles) is questionable for Friday's game against the Pelicans, Matthew Moreno of LakersNation.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Matthews has missed three games in a row due to a sore right Achilles, but he has a chance to return Friday. If Matthews is able to play, Talen Horton-Tucker could see a slight drop in minutes.