Raptors vs Lakers injury report for March 10: Is LeBron James playing?

The Toronto Raptors have been on the receiving end of two absolute gut punches in their last two road games, as bad officiating from Scott Foster ruined a valiant effort against the Denver Nuggets and more poor calls from Ben Taylor got Fred VanVleet angry after a loss against the Los Angeles Clippers.

Playing the Los Angeles Lakers at full strength may have been a death sentence for this team, as their combination of experience and size may have been enough on their own to push LA to a victory. Having said that, the Lakers are banged up right now.

The Raptors risk potentially slipping out of the play-in picture with a few more rank performances. This game is as close to a must-win as a March road contest can be.

Is Fred VanVleet playing vs. Lakers?

After getting a sizeable hit to the wallet following his rant against officiating in a loss to the Clippers, VanVleet will try to go back to the same building and pull out a win this go-around.

Is LeBron James playing vs. Raptors?

James is not going to suit up in this game, as he is still recovering from a foot injury suffered against Dallas.

Is Anthony Davis playing vs. Raptors?

While he is listed as day-to-day in the injury report, all signs point to Davis probably suiting up in this game.

Full Raptors injury report vs. Lakers

After missing the loss against the Clippers with an illness, guard Will Barton is expected to return to the lineup for Toronto. Otto Porter Jr, as always, remains out with his season-ending injury.

Full Lakers injury report vs. Raptors

D’Angelo Russell, a popular Toronto trade target once upon a time, is going to return in this game after missing time with an ankle injury. Center Mo Bamba is not as fortunate, however, as he will miss a month with his own ankle sprain.

Raptors upcoming schedule and opponents:

The Raptors will begin a three-game homestand against Western foes like the Nuggets, Thunder, and Timberwolves before going on the road to face the Bucks.

March 14 vs. Denver Nuggets

March 16 vs. Oklahoma City Thunder

March 18 vs. Minnesota Timberwolves

March 19 @ Milwaukee Bucks