Luke Kennard‘s health status could be a key element in the Grizzlies’ aim to win their series against the Lakers after trailing 3-1. Kennard injured his left shoulder in the second half of Game 5, but he provided an optimistic update after Memphis’ win, according to Damichael Cole of the Memphis Commercial Appeal. Game 6 is scheduled for Friday night.
“I just got a stinger out there,” Kennard said. “Getting it looked at (Thursday), trying to find out a little more, but it’s all good right now.”
With Dillon Brooks struggling with his shot and the Lakers sagging off him, Kennard has provided a better offensive option, Joe Vardon of The Athletic notes. He’s shooting 50 percent on three-pointers and 52 percent overall in this series.
“Luke is one of the best shooters in the league,” Ja Morant said. “Obviously that opens up a lot of space on the floor and we just play off that.”
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