The Los Angeles Lakers have greatly missed Jarred Vanderbilt this season as the forward has not yet been able to suit up due to foot and knee issues.
Vanderbilt underwent surgery on both of his feet this past offseason and then dealt with some knee soreness during his ramp-up, which has delayed his season debut. He has been taking this process very slow to ensure he is 100% healthy before returning, getting in some practices with the Lakers’ G League team as well as the parent club.
All recent reports have indicated that Vanderbilt is close to returning though and it appears the Lakers finally have a date in mind.