Luka Dončić missed three games late in October with a finger sprain and a leg contusion. Although the Slovenian star played in the Lakers’ last two games, the team opted to rest him for Monday’s matchup. Austin Reaves, meanwhile, appeared in Los Angeles’ first seven games but has also been ruled out against Portland due to right groin soreness.

JJ Redick reveals thought process on Lakers' Bronny James decision originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. The Los Angeles Lakers picked up a win on Sunday night against the Miami Heat, 130-120.

However, on Sunday night, Bronny showed that he belongs. He played crucial minutes down the stretch and delivered one of the biggest assists of the night. After the game, head coach J.J. Redick made it clear he believes in the second-year guard.

Lakers HC JJ Redick explains why he trusted Bronny James in crunch time, citing his poise, defense, and steady decision-making in key moments

Bronny James' difficult start to the NBA season continued as the Los Angeles Lakers narrowly defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 116-115. The Lakers bounced back from their loss to the Portland Trail Blazers earlier in the week, largely thanks to Jake LaRavia and Austin Reaves, who scored 27 and 28 points respectively.

Bronny James simply isn't in the Lakers' rotation. He's on the NBA roster and active and healthy. Head coach JJ Redick just isn't putting him into the game right now. The Lakers' have a deep and healthy perimeter depth chart.

Lakers writer sends stern nine-word message to Bronny James after miserable start to season originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. Bronny James isn’t progressing the way the Los Angeles Lakers likely hoped he would.