The Los Angeles Lakers' struggles continued on Tuesday night as they fell to the LA Clippers 127-116, with a significant blow coming in the form of Cam Reddish's apparent right ankle injury.

Reddish, who has been a key contributor for the Lakers this season as a 3-and-D wing, exited the game early in the fourth quarter after landing awkwardly on James Harden's foot. He finished the night with 9 points, 3 blocks, and 2 3-pointers in 16 minutes before hobbling to the locker room.

The injury adds to the Lakers' already depleted roster, as they were also without superstar LeBron James due to an ankle injury. This lack of depth on the wings proved costly against the star-studded Clippers.

Kawhi Leonard led the way for the Clippers with a triple-double (25 points, 11 rebounds, 10 assists), while James Harden chipped in 23 points and 10 assists. The Clippers, now riding a three-game winning streak, improved to 28-14 on the season.

For the Lakers, D'Angelo Russell and Anthony Davis put up valiant efforts with 27 and 26 points, respectively, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Clippers' firepower and the Lakers' own injury woes. The loss dropped the Lakers back below .500 (22-23) as they continue to fight for a playoff spot in the competitive Western Conference.

Key Takeaways:

Cam Reddish's injury is a major concern for the Lakers, potentially forcing them to rely on other role players like Taurean Prince, Jarred Vanderbilt, and Rui Hachimura.
The Clippers' win extends their winning streak to three games and solidifies their hold on a top seed in the West.
The Lakers' loss highlights their lack of depth, especially with LeBron James and now Cam Reddish sidelined. They need to find a way to overcome these absences if they want to make a serious playoff push.
Looking Ahead:

The Clippers will try to extend their winning streak on Friday against the Toronto Raptors.
The Lakers will look to get back on track when they host the Chicago Bulls on Thursday.