Gabe Vincent, the point guard for the Los Angeles Lakers, is reportedly considering surgery on his left knee.
Gabe Vincent, the Lakers’ point guard, is strongly considering surgery on his left knee, with a potential recovery time of six to eight weeks, according to The Athletic and Stadium’s Shams Charania. Vincent has been managing a left knee injury with some swelling and has played in only one game since October, as reported by ESPN’s Dave McMenamin.
Gabe Vincent took part in the initial four games of the season but had a break until December 20 when he played against the Chicago Bulls. However, he only played for 14 minutes in that game and didn’t participate in the match against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday.
In the five games he played this season, Gabe Vincent is averaging 5.4 points and three assists per game.
Vincent recently joined the Lakers this season, securing a three-year, $33 million deal. His basketball journey started after going undrafted in 2018. He spent time in the G League before joining the Miami Heat in 2020.
Gabe Vincent had an impressive run with the Miami Heat during the 2022-23 season. He averaged 9.4 points per game and played a key role in Miami’s victory over the Boston Celtics, securing the Eastern Conference Championship. In the series, Vincent excelled even further, averaging an impressive 15.8 points per game, with a standout performance of 29 points in Game 4.
Thanks to Gabe Vincent’s stellar performance in the playoffs, the Lakers signed him. Now, he’s excited to hit the court and contribute to his new team.
The Lakers are experiencing a challenging start to the season with a 15-14 record, placing them in ninth position in the Western Conference. Despite winning the In-Season Tournament Championship against the Indiana Pacers, they’ve encountered difficulties, losing five of their last six games. Their focus now is on regaining momentum with a potential win against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Saturday.
The Lakers brought in Vincent to be a valuable player coming off the bench. Currently, Vincent is working on getting healthy and ready to return to action.
Gabe Vincent Professional career
Early Years (2018–2020)
After completing college, Gabe Vincent had an opportunity with the Sacramento Kings but went undrafted in 2018. He had a brief stint in the G League with the Stockton Kings, showcasing his skills with standout performances in a couple of games.
Joining the Miami Heat (2020–2023)
In 2020, the Miami Heat signed Vincent. He performed well in both the G League and NBA, earning the Most Improved Player award. Vincent played a role in helping the Heat reach the 2020 NBA Finals, although they lost to the Los Angeles Lakers.
In the following seasons, Vincent continued to make a positive impact with the Heat, achieving career highs. During the 2023 Eastern Conference Finals, he had significant scoring contributions, but the Heat fell short in the NBA Finals against the Denver Nuggets.
New Journey with the Los Angeles Lakers (2023–present)
In July 2023, Vincent embarked on a new chapter by signing with the Los Angeles Lakers. Fans are excited to see how he will contribute to his new team
National Team Journey
Gabe Vincent is a key player for Nigeria’s national basketball team, D’Tigers. On August 24, 2019, he made headlines by scoring 23 points, including a game-winning three-pointer with only 0.3 seconds remaining, in a match against Poland. Vincent also represented Nigeria with pride at the 2019 FIBA Basketball World Cup in China.
College Basketball Days
Gabe Vincent had a significant college basketball career at the University of California, Santa Barbara, spanning from 2014 to 2018. He proved to be a steady player, averaging 12.8 points across 113 games. Following his senior season, Vincent earned recognition, securing a spot on the 2018 All-Big West Second Team.