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Wesley Johnson (hip), who won't play Friday, is expected to practice Saturday in preparation to play Sunday against Portland, Mike Trudell of Lakers.com reports.

Johnson (hip), who won't play Friday, is expected to practice Saturday in preparation to play Sunday against Portland, Mike Trudell of Lakers.com reports.

Analysis:

Johnson's hip flexor has improved of late, and while he won't play Friday, his return to the lineup seems imminent. Coach Byron Scott already acknowledged that Johnson would retain his spot at starting small forward upon his return to health, so the only question left is when that will actually happen. Saturday's practice will be indicative of the 27-year-old's status moving forward.

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