Lakers Rumors: Carmelo Anthony Expected to Be Day-to-Day with Hamstring Injury

Los Angeles Lakers forward Carmelo Anthony reportedly avoided a serious injury during Thursday's 111-110 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers. 

Per ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, there is "optimism" Anthony will be day-to-day with a strained hamstring. 

The injury occurred in the second quarter when Anthony appeared to wince in pain on his way down after taking a jumper. Head coach Frank Vogel called for timeout soon after and subbed in Stanley Johnson. 

Anthony went to the locker room and didn't return to the game. He scored seven points in 11 minutes prior to the injury. 

The Lakers have been hampered by injuries throughout the season. LeBron James has already missed 17 games, including five straight with a knee injury. 

Appearing on Bally Sports' The Rally, Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium said there is "hope" that James can return in the next few days. 

Anthony Davis recently returned after missing five weeks with a sprained MCL. He has scored at least 27 points in four straight games. 

Anthony is one of the few Lakers who hasn't had a significant injury issue this season. The 10-time All-Star has been a valuable role player off the bench, averaging 13.4 points per game on 39.2 percent three-point shooting. 

The Lakers have lost four of their past five games and are currently ninth in the Western Conference with a 25-28 record. They will host the New York Knicks on Saturday at 8:30 p.m. ET.