Anthony Davis "expected to be held out" Game 5 vs. Suns

Lakers star Anthony Davis is unlikely to play in Game 5 vs. Suns on Tuesday due to strained groin, sources tell The Athletic and Stadium.

Source: Shams Charania of The Athletic (Twitter)

ANALYSIS: Charania added that there's optimism that Davis could return to the lineup as the series continues. But the Lakers will likely be facing a pivotal Game 5 on the road without one of their top players in AD.

UPDATE: Chris Haynes of Yahoo confirmed that Davis is "expected to be held out" tonight.

Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis (groin) expected to be held out of Game 5 tonight against the Phoenix Suns, league sources tell @YahooSports, @NBAonTNT.

— Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) June 2, 2021