The Lakers have faced a storm of injuries early this season. As they prepare for their upcoming matchup against the Heat, head coach JJ Redick is being forced to get creative with the pieces he has in front of him. The Purple & Gold are on the verge of activating a key piece: second-round rookie Adou Thiero.

According to a recent report via Dan Woike, “Lakers have recalled forward Adou Thiero from the South Bay. Could potentially be active for the first time Sunday against Miami.”

This announcement came just days after he was sent down to the G League on Wednesday to continue his rehab, following clearance for live on-court activity. The timing isn’t entirely random. They’ve been thin at the forward spot, not to mention a certain LeBron James , who is sitting out because of a sciatica

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