Lakers News: Julius Randle reportedly suffers broken leg

It’s official. The Lakers are reporting a broken tibia for Randle. Timetable is uncertain, as is whether the injury will require surgery.

Things could not have gotten any worse for the Lakers. In a blowout game on opening night, Julius Randle went down late in the fourth quarter and early signs are not good.

Randle went down and could not move his leg, showing visible discomfort any time it was touched. The Lakers players huddled around Randle, as well as the medical staff and medics at the court. However, it was evident that Randle was not in good shape.

The medical staff wrapped Randle’s leg in an aircast, fully immobilizing it. A host of Lakers, including Carlos Boozer, Kobe Bryant, and Jordan Hill hoisted Randle onto a stretcher, where he was taken off the court.

Early indications, however, are not good for Randle’s recovery.

There’s no official word from the Lakers, but it seems all but official. This is devastating news for the Lakers, who were very high on Randle’s play this season following a great preseason from the rookie. At 19 years old, it’s hard to see a player like Randle taken off the court as such, but there is certainly plenty of time for a comeback.

Stay tuned to Lake Show Life for more official news when it’s released.