Lakers News: D'Angelo Russell Scratched From Lineup as Trade Deadline Looms

Here we go.

The Minnesota Timberwolves are getting set to play the Utah Jazz in a little under an hour. While the game is important for both sides, the bigger story is regarding the potential trade from both sides. And ahead of the game, D'Angelo Russell was listed as available, and then scratched from the lineup.

D'Angelo Russell (personal) ruled out Wednesday.

— Underdog NBA (@Underdog__NBA) February 9, 2023

We'll continue to update you on the status of the trade, and if this does, in fact, mean that he's going to be moved.

UPDATE

The deal is done. Russell is, in fact, coming back to the Lakers. Click here to read more about this massive three-team trade that puts the Lakers back into contention in the Western Conference.