Anthony Davis injury: Lakers star could return next week / News - Basketnews.com

There is optimism Anthony Davis could make his return to the lineup as soon as late next week after a stress injury.

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Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis continues to make pain-free progress on his right foot and there's optimism for a return to the lineup as soon as late next week, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN.

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Eight-time All-Star has been ramping up his activity recently, and coach Darvin Ham said Thursday that Davis is "progressing really, really, really well."

Davis suffered a stress injury in his right foot during a126-108win against the Denver Nuggets on Dec. 16. He landed awkwardly on a layup attempt in the first quarter.

Anthony Davis, 29, averages 27.4 points, 12.1 rebounds, and 2.1 blocks over 25 starts this season.

The Lakers start a five-game trip on Jan. 28 in Boston.

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