Smith's status is in doubt for the Lakers' first meeting with the Nets since acquiring him in a Dec. 29 trade.

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick revealed before their 111-88 win over the Washington Wizards at Crypto.com Arena that Dorian Finney-Smith has been on a minutes restriction. The reason for it was an ankle injury Finney-Smith suffered with the Brooklyn Nets and the forward was asked about his health postgame.

Los Angeles Lakers sixth man small forward Dorian Finney-Smith has been ruled out for what would have been his first clash with his last team, the Brooklyn Nets

Cam Johnson and the Nets are doing their best to block out trade speculation with the Feb. 6 deadline approaching.

Dorian Finney-Smith recently made a subtle jab at the Brooklyn Nets while complimenting the Los Angeles Lakers' medical staff.

The Los Angeles Lakers get their first look at D’Angelo Russell back at Crypto.com Arena, but this time in a different uniform, as they host the Brooklyn Nets seeking to stay in the top six in the Western Conference.

An extended Nets losing streak has the team in position to potentially land the top odds in May's draft lottery.

Won't play against Brooklyn

As the Brooklyn Nets continue to navigate their rebuilding phase, one of the most intriguing storylines has been the return of D’Angelo Russell.

The LA Lakers acquired Dorian Finney-Smith from the Brooklyn Nets as part of the D'Angelo Russell trade in late December.

Dorian Finney-Smith missed the Lakers' win on Wednesday due to the birth of his first child, but will he return on Friday versus the Nets?

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick expects Anthony Davis and Dorian Finney-Smith to play against the L.A. Clippers.