Anthony Davis looked to be in serious discomfort just before the halftime buzzer of the Los Angeles Lakers vs. Oklahoma City Thunder contest.
The Lakers star was seen grabbing at his hand on the sidelines and looked to be in a lot of pain as he walked gingerly back to the locker room.
Anthony Davis got tangled up chasing a rebound right before halftime and seemed to be in a lot of pain before the Lakers headed to the locker room pic.twitter.com/AgizLs5sYn
— Michael Corvo (@michaelcorvo_) November 5, 2021
UPDATE: The Lakers say Anthony Davis suffered a right thumb sprain. He's checking back into the game now.
— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) November 5, 2021
According to Lakers sideline reporter Mike Trudell, Anthony Davis was dealing with a right thumb injury but doesn't appear to be a major issue as AD returned for the second half.
It’s a right thumb sprain for Anthony Davis, who just returned to the game.
— Mike Trudell (@LakersReporter) November 5, 2021
With LeBron James already dealing with his own injury that will keep him out, the last thing the Lakers need is another star going down.
King James is dealing with an abdominal strain that he reportedly suffered taking a charge from Houston Rockets rookie Jalen Green during their previous contest.
I don’t remember the play all I remember was Bron heading to the tunnel for bit. pic.twitter.com/MC56Q0nxoB
— GoldenKnight (@GoldenKnightGFX) November 4, 2021
Lakers fans can breathe easy that Anthony Davis is healthy enough to play, especially after his scorching start to the game. AD made his first seven shots from the field and looked ready to avenge their loss to the Thunder just a week after they faced off.
Anthony Davis starts out HOT. 14 points on 7-of-7 shooting for AD 🔥pic.twitter.com/BU2AknvOhj
— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) November 5, 2021
The Lakers have been rolling as of late, with wins in their last three and five of their last six. As long as they stay healthy, things are looking up in LA.