Los Angeles Lakers swingman Nick Young suffered a right Achilles strain Tuesday against the New Orleans Pelicans, per Mark Medina of the Los Angeles Daily News. It is unknown when he will return to action.
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Young to Undergo Additional Testing
Tuesday, Nov. 29
Medina noted Young will get an MRI on Chicago on Wednesday.
Young Has Emerged as Important Cog in Lakers Rotation
If Young misses extensive time, it would be a difficult loss for the Lakers' offensive depth.
At his best, he is a high-volume wing scorer who can stretch defenses with his three-point stroke and attack the rim if opponents press up on him beyond the arc.