Lakers’ Jaxson Hayes ‘day-to-day’ with bruised ankle

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Lakers backup center Jaxson Hayes’ status is being considered “day-to-day” after imaging on his right ankle revealed a “little bruise,” coach JJ Redick told reporters after Monday’s practice.

Hayes played five first-half minutes during Sunday’s home loss to the Celtics before the team ruled him out of halftime because of a right ankle injury.

Payton Pritchard of the Boston Celtics protects the ball against Jaxson Hayes of the Los Angeles Lakers during the first half of their game at Crypto.com Arena on February 22, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Luiza Moraes/Getty Images) Getty Images

When in the lineup, the 7-foot Hayes has consistently been the backup big man behind starting center Deandre Ayton. 

Hayes has averaged 6.8 points on 77% shooting and 3.8 rebounds through 47 games. 

Redick said he believed Hayes would be listed as questionable for Tuesday’s home game against the Magic.

Magic guard Jalen Suggs is listed as questionable for Tuesday because of a strained back after sitting out Orlando’s Sunday win over the Clippers because of back spasms. 

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