After an embarassing 117-95 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Los Angeles Lakers came back in Game 2 of the first round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs to win 94

As the Lakers look to take a game in Minnesota, it is crucial that they are as healthy as possible. This includes forward Rui Hachimura, who got hit in the face early in Game 2. Luckily for the team, head coach JJ Redick provided a major Hachimura update that will be worth monitoring until Friday's game.

Rui Hachimura returned from a facial injury wearing a protective mask to help the Lakers secure a crucial Game 2 win over the Timberwolves in the 2025