Jarred Vanderbilt Injury Status Update for May 7th, 2026
Jarred Vanderbilt of the Lakers has been ruled out and will not play today. Jarred was previously listed as Doubtful before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 20th game Jarred has missed this season.
Jarred Vanderbilt Season Averages
Jarred's absence leaves a significant hole in the Lakers rotation. Across 70 games this season, he's averaging 4.3 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game while playing 17.0 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17.0 | 4.3 | 4.5 | 1.2 | 3.7 |
Lakers Performance With & Without Jarred Vanderbilt
The numbers tell a clear story about Jarred's value to the Lakers. With Jarred in the lineup this season, the team is 39-25. Without him, they've gone 14-3. The Lakers's net rating is 3.8 points better per 100 possessions when Jarred plays, which is a substantial gap. Offensively, the team scores at a significantly higher rate with him on the floor (115.7 vs 121.3 offensive rating).
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 39-25 | 14-3 | — |
| Off Rating | 115.7 | 121.3 | +5.6 |
| Def Rating | 114.9 | 116.7 | +1.8 |
| Net Rating | 0.8 | 4.6 | +3.8 |
| PPG | 115.0 | 120.9 | +5.9 |
Jarred Vanderbilt Betting Trends
For bettors, Jarred's absence has historically had a measurable impact on the Lakers's lines and related player props. Here are the most notable trends when Jarred has been out this season:
💰 Betting Trends (without Vanderbilt) Lakers ML: 15-4 (+9.1u, -133 avg. line) Rui Hachimura PRA UNDER: 10-2 (+7.7u, 16.8 / -114 avg. line)
We'll continue to monitor Jarred's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Lakers.