Coach Derek Fisher did not sound optimistic when asked whether Bargnani (hamstring) would return to the court this week, Al Iannazzone of Newsday reports.

Coach Derek Fisher did not sound optimistic when asked whether Bargnani (hamstring) would return to the court this week, Al Iannazzone of Newsday reports.

Analysis:

Bargnani, who is yet to play this season, is still dealing with a hamstring injury and will likely remain out of action through this week. If that is, indeed, the case, he'll miss at least five more games, including Sunday's matchup with the Hornets. When he returns, Bargnani figures to play a prominent role in a New York frontcourt that lacks depth.