The forward, who had surgeries on both feet in May and further complications, should be available for the road game against Golden State

Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt is on track to make his season debut on Saturday night against the Golden State Warriors, according to

While rumors have floated around over the last two seasons that the two legends want to play together, on Saturday night they'll be competitors when the Los Angeles Lakers travel to face the Golden State Warriors.

Vanderbilt suffered a midfoot sprain on Feb. 1 that cost him the rest of the season and the first 41 games (and counting) of this season.

Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt has reportedly been medically cleared to make his season debut vs. the Golden State Warriors.

Los Angeles Lakers star forward Jarred Vanderbilt has been medically cleared to make his season debut this Saturday against the Golden State Warriors.

Vanderbilt was originally acquired by the Lakers in a February 2023 trade that sent out Russell Westbrook and also brought them guards D'Angelo Russell and Malik Beasley. The 6-foot-8 forward quickly became a fan favorite because of his effective and versatile defense, as well as the overall energy he brought to the team.

Los Angeles Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt is expected to play in his first game in nearly a year on Saturday after rehabbing from surgeries to both feet, ESPN reported Wednesday.

Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt has been medically cleared to make his season debut on Saturday vs. Golden State and, barring any setbacks, will suit up in that game, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN.