Adou Thiero Nears Return to Lakers Rotation Following Knee Injury

Los Angeles Lakers second-year forward Adou Thiero is trending in the right direction and could return from left knee swelling by the end of the week, according to head coach JJ Redick. Thiero has yet to play in the regular season after missing significant time as a rookie due to left knee swelling and a right MCL sprain. His point-of-attack defense and perimeter athleticism are expected to bolster the Lakers' defense.