The Los Angeles Lakers look like they might be short-handed again after Brandon Ingram went down via a hard foul in the fourth quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks.

After staying on the ground for a bit, he was able to get back on his feet and stayed in the game. Two minutes into overtime he was pulled from the game and it was clear something wasn't right. After the game, Luke Walton announced that Ingram was being tested for a concussion.

Later though the Los Angeles Lakers gave another update:

“Brandon Ingram has been diagnosed with a neck muscle contusion. Tests for the preliminary results for a concussion returned negative. He will be re-evaluated tomorrow.”

The Lakers don't have their next game until Sunday and there should be more clarity on Saturday if Ingram is going to be able to go in that game.

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Lonzo Ball sat out Friday night's game with a knee injury and Walton didn't have a timetable for his return which probably means that he won't be able to go on Sunday.

If Ingram isn't able to suit up, then that would mean the Lakers will be without two of their starters for the game against the Sacramento Kings.

Friday night's game was just the second game back from an extended absence because of a groin strain he suffered on March 1st against the Miami Heat.

If there is any question about Ingram's health look for the Lakers to play it safe as they have already been eliminated from playoff contention.