The good news for the Lakers: Taurean Prince returns, but more injuries hit

One of the ongoing issues the Los Angeles Lakers face this season is a growing list of injured players. In the last two games, the Lakers were without Rui Hachimura, Jarred Vanderbilt, Taurean Prince, Gabe Vincent, and rookie Jalen Hood-Schifino.

In the latest injury report, there's good news and bad news.Taurean Prince is set to make a comeback for tonight's game against the Miami Heat, which is a positive development. 

However, the bad news is that center Jaxson Hayes is now listed as questionable with a left ankle sprain, adding to the list of players already out, including Rui Hachimura, Hood-Schifino, Jarred Vanderbilt, and Gabe Vincent.

Once again, the Lakers will have five absentees for tonight's game against Miami. Despite this, LeBron James and Anthony Davis, who are currently healthy and performing at a high level, have helped the team maintain a 3-3 record. Tonight, the team aims to return to the winning side of things.

What does Taurean Prince's return to the team mean for tonight's game?

One key element the team has been lacking is 3-point shooting efficiency, a strength of Taurean Prince. The wing can provide another valuable offensive option, as recognized by Coach Darvin Ham.