Currently, Vanderbilt is still working his way back from offseason surgery on his feet, while frontcourt player Christian Wood is recovering from knee surgery he underwent at the end of the summer.

Striker Rui Hachimura played in 68 games last season, but suffered several ailments. Although he missed the Lakers’ final two preseason games due to a calf tightness, he says he’s ready to go for the team’s regular-season opener on Tuesday.

Hachimura could have a bigger role this season under new head coach JJ Redick. Redick wants him to crash the offensive boards and possibly shoot more three-pointers as well.