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[Saba Sports News] The Los Angeles Lakers are facing setbacks, with three players likely out for the remainder of the season. According to Bill Reiter of CBS Sports, center Christian Wood, forward Jarred Vanderbilt, and guard Gabe Vincent are expected to be sidelined. Reiter notes the possibility of Vanderbilt’s return, but the prevailing expectation suggests otherwise.
While Wood’s situation, involving knee surgery after being sidelined since the All-Star break, had been previously reported, the news regarding Vanderbilt (out since early February with a foot injury) and Vincent (out since late December with a lingering knee injury) appears to be new. Despite recent bench rotation adjustments, featuring players like Taurean Prince, Spencer Dinwiddie, Max Christie, and Jaxson Hayes, the absence of these defenders and shotmakers still poses challenges for the Lakers as they strive to secure a playoff berth with a record of 37-32.