May 6th NBA Injury Report and Projected Starting Lineups – LaVine Returns for Bulls; James, Schroder, Porzingis All Out

• There are just seven games in the NBA on Thursday, May 6th
• LeBron James is out for the Lakers due to ankle soreness, while Bulls star Zach LaVine returns after an 11-game absence
• Get the full injury report and projected lineups below

It’s a light slate of games across the Association on Thursday, May 6th, with only six contests on the schedule.

But, there are two matchups in particular that are sure to be exciting. It’s the battle of LA as the Clippers and Lakers face-off, although Frank Vogel’s team is without LeBron James and Dennis Schroder.

The Brooklyn Nets will be looking to end a three-game losing skid when they meet with Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks.

Read on to find our injury report and lineups for all of the action.

NBA Injury News – May 6th

• [5:00pm EST] Kyle Lowry will rest for the Raptors tonight in what is likely a must win game for Toronto if they are to reach the Play-In Tournament. 
• Lakers star LeBron James out for the next two games (ankle), will miss Clippers and Trail Blazers matchups
• Lakers guard Dennis Schroder (health and safety protocols) sidelined for 10-14 days
• [12 PM EST May 5th] Zach LaVine (health and safety protocols) makes his return to the Bulls lineup after missing 11 games due to a positive COVID-19 test

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May 6th NBA Projected Starting Lineups

Nets vs Mavericks Projected Lineups

For the Nets, James Harden (hamstring) continues to be sidelined and there’s a growing belief that he may not even return before the playoffs. Spencer Dinwiddie (knee) and Chris Chiozza (hand) are also out. Dallas is dealing with the absence of two big men in Kristaps Porzingis (knee) and Maxi Kleber (Achilles).

Hawks vs Pacers Projected Lineups

Atlanta is finally healthy, with the exception of Cam Reddish (Achilles). The Pacers, however, are injury-riddled at the moment. Jeremy Lamb (knee), JaKarr Sampson (concussion), and Malcolm Brogdon (hamstring) are all expected to miss out on Thursday. Edmond Sumner (knee) is questionable. Myles Turner (toe) is out indefinitely.

Bulls vs Hornets Projected Lineups

The Bulls get a massive boost for their play-in push with LaVine back from COVID-19. Nikola Vucevic (hip) hasn’t played since last Friday, but he’s also expected to play on Thursday alongside his All-Star teammate.

Troy Brown (ankle) is out. Charlotte will be without Gordon Hayward (foot), Cody Martin (ankle), and Miles Bridges (COVID-19), Guard Devonte’ Graham (knee) is also expected to miss this contest against Chicago.

Wizards vs Raptors Projected Lineups

Washington guard Chandler Hutchinson (knee) exited Wednesday’s loss to Milwaukee and will likely be questionable here. Rui Hachimura (illness) is out, while Thomas Bryant (knee) and Deni Avdija (Ankle) are sidelined for the season.

Gary Trent Jr is expected to return after being out since April 24th (lower leg). Chris Boucher (knee), Paul Watson (knee), and OG Anunoby (calf) are doubtful. Kyle Lowry was announced as out due to rest just ahead of game time.

Grizzlies vs Pistons Projected Lineups

Grayson Allen left Wednesday’s game with an abdomen injury, which will likely make him doubtful for this meeting. The Pistons, on the other hand, are dealing with a bunch of absences. Mason Plumlee, Rodney McGruder, Cory Joseph, Josh Jackson, Dennis Smith, Hamidou Diallo, and Jerami Grant are all out.

However, Grant is expected to finally return on  Saturday from a knee injury.

Thunder vs Warriors Projected Lineups

OKC is missing Mike Muscala (ankle), while star guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (foot) and Al Horford (personal) are out for the remainder of the season. Aleksej Pokusevski (knee) is questionable. Kelly Oubre Jr (wrist) is questionable, while Eric Paschall (hip) and Damion Lee (COVID-19) are sidelined.

Lakers vs Clippers Projected Lineups

The marquee matchup of the evening will see two key figures on the Lakers’ side missing. James (ankle) will continue to rest in the hope that he’ll be closer to 100% for the postseason, but it’s expected the King will need to play through some pain.

Schroder (health and safety protocols) will miss up to two weeks and probably won’t play until the playoffs again, which means more minutes for Alex Caruso at point guard. For the Clips, Serge Ibaka (back) is still out. Other than his absence, Kawhi Leonard and co. are very healthy.