Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick provided a massive update on his defensive-minded forward Jarred Vanderbilt.  Redick said the forward participated in 5-

Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt received a huge injury update update this week amid the team‘s postponed games.

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick said Jarred Vanderbilt is close to returning but won't come back this week.

Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt is progressing well and is close to a return; however, it will not be this week.  Lakers head coach JJ Redicks said

While Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt has been making positive progress in his rehab from a foot injury and subsequent surgery, he won't return soon.

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James, the son of LeBron James, has appeared in nine NBA games throughout the 2024-25 season. However, he hasn't been able to be much of a factor, tallying just four points and three assists in nearly 22 minutes of action.

Jarred Vanderbilt has not played for the LA Lakers since February 2024. The defensive ace dealt with injuries and had offseason surgeries on both feet, which delayed his return.

Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt cleared for full-court contact, set for re-evaluation in one week as potential return from foot surgery nears.

The optimistic take is that Vanderbilt elevated the Lakers immensely during his brief stretch of play in 2024-25. Los Angeles was 4.2 points per 100 possessions better with him on the court than when he wasn't, bolstered greatly by his value on defense.

Head coach JJ Redick said Monday that Vanderbilt (foot) won't return to the lineup this week, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports. While Redick notes Vanderbilt is progressing well and getting closer to returning from foot surgery,

Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt, who hasn't played since midway through last season, continues to participate in live work.

Sunday night’s game between the Los Angeles Clippers and Lakers was about far more than basketball as the two teams looked to give hope to the city during a time of devastation.