Lakers rule out Lonzo Ball (knee) for Thursday

Los Angeles Lakers point guard Lonzo Ball (knee) will not suit up against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday.

What It Means:

Look for Josh Hart, who has started the last three games for the Lakers, to make another start in Ball's place in that one. Ball is recovering from a sprained MCL, and is unlikely to return before the All-Star break.

Ball has averaged 10.2 points, 7.1 assists and 7.1 rebounds per game through 36 contests in his rookie season.