Tyson Chandler missed Tuesday morning's shootaround due to personal reasons, but is still expected to play versus the Lakers, Newsday reports.

Chandler missed Tuesday morning's shootaround due to personal reasons but is still expected to play versus the Lakers, Newsday reports.

Analysis:

Chandler has recently missed two games and another practice to attend to personal matters, so Tuesday's absence from shootaround marks a similar occasion. While the Knicks haven't provided any details regarding his situation, the California native is still expected to start at center against the Lakers come Tuesday night.