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Anthony Davis to officially return vs. Nets

Ryan Ward: Frank Vogel confirms that Anthony Davis will make his return tonight against the Nets.
Source: Twitter @RyanWardLA

What’s the buzz on Twitter?

Mike Trudell @LakersReporter
Anthony Davis will start tonight, as expected. He has no hard minutes limit, but Vogel said they’ll be mindful of his work load. – 6:03 PM

Ryan Ward @RyanWardLA
Frank Vogel on Anthony Davis: “We missed his defensive versatility and his length at the basket.” – 6:03 PM

Brad Turner @BA_Turner
“He’s in,” Lakers coach Frank Vogel said about Anthony Davis playing tonight vs. Nets. – 6:03 PM

Kyle Goon @kylegoon
Frank Vogel confirms the Yahoo report that Anthony Davis will play tonight:
“He’s in.” – 6:02 PM

Bill Oram @billoram
Anthony Davis returning to the lineup tonight in Brooklyn, Frank Vogel confirms. – 6:02 PM

Dave McMenamin @mcten
Frank Vogel says of Anthony Davis: “He’s in.” – 6:02 PM

Alex Schiffer @Alex__Schiffer
Frank Vogel confirms Anthony Davis is playing tonight. – 6:02 PM

Jovan Buha @jovanbuha
Anthony Davis is playing tonight, per Frank Vogel. – 6:02 PM

Ryan Ward @RyanWardLA
Frank Vogel confirms that Anthony Davis will make his return tonight against the Nets. – 6:02 PM

CBS NBA @CBSSportsNBA
Anthony Davis injury update: Lakers star to return on a minutes restriction Tuesday vs. Nets
cbssports.com/nba/news/antho…6:01 PM

Chris Haynes @ChrisBHaynes
Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis (MCL sprain) will return tonight against the Brooklyn Nets after a month-long absence and will be on a minutes restriction, league sources tell @NBAonTNT, @YahooSports. – 5:55 PM

Nick Friedell @NickFriedell
Nash says Claxton is back tonight. Big boost for the Nets — especially with AD coming back for the Lakers. – 5:51 PM

Sharife Cooper @SharifeCooper
yoooo @Coop__10 @_chrisliv24 @ayannap34 @gvanslooten40 an J.J starling ! wanted to extend a big congrats to u guys for making the @McDAAG game. i remember how excited i was !!! it’s y’all turn now, show em what you made of ! 💪🏽 #ad pic.twitter.com/swOIBHCg1Q5:12 PM

Kamenetzky Brothers @KamBrothers
ICYMI, some pregame listening. Today’s @LockedOnLakers podcast! What to watch for with Anthony Davis’ return, on the court and moving forward, plus the latest chatter about a Westbrook/Wall 2.0 trade. Does this make sense for the Lakers?
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ant…4:36 PM

James Harden @JHarden13
It’s my honor to announce @OnlyJWalsh @tyesouthside @ju1ianphillips @NIVAR_2022 @dariq_whitehead have been selected to play in the 2022 @McDAAG keep chasing your dreams! #ad pic.twitter.com/fT9IA3IaaY4:31 PM

Anthony Edwards @theantedwards_
We celebrating tonight! These hoopers are going to @McDAAG 2022: @Mark_mitchell25 @D1_Ruby2 @iamKijaniWright @Ashlon3Jackson @_CamWhitmore_. It’s your time now, go get it. #ad pic.twitter.com/KtLtrvDXB74:31 PM

Danny Leroux @DannyLeroux
Dunc’d On Prime: NYK/CLE; Trade Teams Posturing w/ @Nate Duncan
Subscribe to Total Access for ad-free episodes of Dunc’d On, and much more: https://t.co/n4QLDC9m6F pic.twitter.com/8Z8t5dhsAF2:00 PM

Jabari Young @JabariJYoung
So to wrap it up:
#Cheifs #Bills 42.7 million viewers
#Rams #Bucs 40 million viewers
#49ers #Packers 36.9 million
#Bengals #Titans 30.7 million
Total ad spend around those 4 #NFL playoff games roughly $178 million (via EDO)
#Sports #Business
cnb.cx/3tZkZbO1:47 PM

Danny Leroux @DannyLeroux
Dunc’d On Prime: NYK/CLE; Trade Teams Posturing w/ @Nate Duncan
Subscribe to Total Access for ad-free episodes of Dunc’d On, and much more: https://t.co/n4QLDC9m6F pic.twitter.com/VVSJeCndk911:00 AM

Kamenetzky Brothers @KamBrothers
Tuesday’s @LockedOnLakers podcast! We discuss Anthony Davis’ probable return tonight, how his presence affects the Lakers, LeBron and the trade deadline. (Speaking of which… new “Russ for Wall” rumors!) #FirstListen @LockedOnNBAPods @LockedOnNetwork
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ant…10:47 AM

Danny Leroux @DannyLeroux
Dunc’d On Prime: NYK/CLE; Trade Teams Posturing w/ @Nate Duncan
Subscribe to Total Access for ad-free episodes of Dunc’d On, and much more: https://t.co/n4QLDC9m6F pic.twitter.com/Od80OjvV2j8:00 AM

Kamenetzky Brothers @KamBrothers
ICYMI, Monday’s @LockedOnLakers podcast! We discussed the Lakers’ loss in Miami, whether they’re struggling more with effort or execution, and Anthony Davis’ impending return. @LockedOnNBAPods @LockedOnNetwork
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the…9:59 PM

Mark Medina @MarkG_Medina
Can Anthony Davis salvage the Lakers’ season? I discuss that topic & more on the state of the Lakers with @LAJohnHartung & @Mike Bresnahan. Tune into @SpectrumSN at 7 pm PT! – 9:12 PM

Allen Sliwa @AllenSliwa
‘Lakers Talk’ starts tonight at 7p…
-Can Anthony Davis save the Lakers season?
-Any realistic trades the Lakers can make?
-LakeShow vs teams above .500, just 6-12…Of the final 35 games, 20 vs teams at .500 or above
Guest: @Jovan Buha of the @TheAthletic
@ESPNLosAngeles pic.twitter.com/SmSgzz3GV29:03 PM

Kyle Goon @kylegoon
Anthony Davis is now probable to make his return tomorrow against the Brooklyn Nets. Here’s three implications of his comeback, and how they help the Lakers: ocregister.com/2022/01/24/lak…8:06 PM

Kurt Helin @basketballtalk
Lakers: Anthony Davis probable to return vs. Nets tomorrow nba.nbcsports.com/2022/01/24/lak…6:24 PM

More on this storyline

Jovan Buha: Anthony Davis (left knee MCL sprain) has been upgraded to probable for tomorrow’s game in Brooklyn, per the Lakers. -via Twitter @jovanbuha / January 24, 2022

Mike Trudell: Anthony Davis is expected to play tomorrow at Brooklyn, and is listed as “probable.” Davis looked good playing 2-on-2, full speed, before the game at Miami, and clearly responded well to it. -via Twitter @LakersReporter / January 24, 2022

Kyle Goon: Frank Vogel says Anthony Davis is OUT tonight. Said he’s progressing, felt good about his work yesterday but just isn’t ready yet. -via Twitter @kylegoon / January 23, 2022