Lou Williams (shoulder) is expected to play Monday against the Hornets, Mark Medina of the LA Daily News reports.

Williams (shoulder) is expected to play Monday against the Hornets, Mark Medina of the LA Daily News reports.

Analysis:

Williams is battling a stinger in his left shoulder, but he played through the injury Sunday night, finishing with just five points and one assist in 30 minutes as the Lakers fell to the Grizzlies 112-96. Even on the second night of a back-to-back set, Williams is expected to be on the floor, but he's a risky daily play, especially considering the injury appeared to limit him Sunday night.