Lakers' Anthony Davis Will Miss 4 Weeks with Calf Injury, Frank Vogel Says

Los Angeles Lakers head coach Frank Vogel told reporters star Anthony Davis will miss four weeks with the calf strain that kept him sidelined for Thursday's loss to the Brooklyn Nets.

ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reported the seven-time All-Star also aggravated tendinosis in his right Achilles tendon in addition to the calf strain. Luckily, he didn't have a complete rupture of the Achilles, which would have ended his season.

In 23 games, Davis is averaging 22.5 points, 8.4 rebounds and 1.8 blocks.

The Lakers, meanwhile, are second in the Western Conference at 22-8, looking like the favorites to once again be crowned NBA champions.

Los Angeles fortified the frontcourt by signing Montrezl Harrell and Marc Gasol to replace JaVale McGee and Dwight Howard. The team also handed Kyle Kuzma a three-year, $39 million extension, ending any trade speculation for the time being.

As long as Davis' injury isn't too serious, the team has the depth to replace him at power forward. In general, the Lakers' focus is largely on the playoffs anyway.

Concern will arise, however, if he's less than 100 percent once the postseason arrives.