Lakers' Luol Deng: Sits during shootaround, questionable for Thursday

Deng (biceps) didn't participate in the Lakers' morning shootaround and remains questionable to play Thursday against the Trail Blazers, Mark Medina of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.

Analysis:

Deng is dealing with tendinitis in his right biceps, and after the issue prevented him from practicing Wednesday, it doesn't look like he's feeling much better a day later. The injury could prompt the Lakers to hold Deng out for the first time all season, but a decision on that may not arrive until closer to game time. If Deng ends up sitting out, look for Brandon Ingram to replace him in the starting five and see an ample workload.