JJ Redick drops huge Quentin Grimes injury update as Lakers guard still out

Quentin  Grimes tested his injured right finger during walkthrough and shootaround, but the Lakers are taking a cautious approach because of the swelling, opting to sit him out for Wednesday’s game vs. Bucks.

The Los Angeles Lakers chose to sideline Quentin Grimes again.

Facing the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday for the continuation of their long road trip outside LA, the Lakers have ruled out Grimes due to his lingering sprained right finger.

Grimes will now miss his second consecutive game for the Lakers. He originally sustained the injury last Sunday against the Detroit Pistons and did not suit up in the team’s Monday win in Atlanta against the Hawks.

JJ Redick gives update on Quentin Grimes’ extended injury absence for Lakers

Addressing the media before their Milwaukee Bucks clash, JJ Redick explained why Quentin Grimes will still not be playing for the Los Angeles Lakers this Wednesday.

Redick stated that Grimes tested his injured right finger during walkthrough and shootaround, but the Lakers are taking a cautious approach because of the swelling, especially since it affects his shooting hand.

“Want to make sure he feels comfortable shooting the basketball,” Redick said, via Benjamin Royer of O.C. Register.

The Lakers can only hope Grimes is progressing well in his finger recovery, where his status will be anticipated for the team’s next game on Sunday against the Phoenix Suns.

Grimes is averaging 7.6 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 2.4 assists in 10 games so far in his first season for LA.

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