After Sunday’s loss to Golden State, coach Luke Walton expressed optimism that Rajon Rondo (right ring finger surgery) would be able to return for Thursday’s game against Minnesota.
Walton remained hopeful at Wednesday’s practice, saying the Lakers have missed his leadership, calling it “something we need right now.”
Specifically, the Lakers’ offense could use Rondo’s ability to control a game, especially considering that LeBron James (left groin strain) and Lonzo Ball (left ankle sprain) are out.
Rondo said he wants to bring “better execution offensively” and “more communication on the defensive end.”
So far, he has only played in 14 of L.