Lakers Center to Miss Time With Ankle Injury Amid NBA Investigation

Los Angeles Lakers center Anthony Davis will miss multiple games with a right ankle injury, the team announced Monday.

The injury occurred during the Lakers' 117-112 loss to the Phoenix Suns on Sunday. Davis left the game in the second quarter after landing awkwardly on his ankle. An MRI exam on Monday confirmed the injury.

The Lakers did not provide a timetable for Davis' return. However, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reported that Davis is expected to miss at least four weeks.

The injury is a major blow to the Lakers, who are already without LeBron James due to a left foot injury. James has missed the Lakers' last five games.

Davis is averaging 27.4 points, 12.1 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game this season. He is one of the Lakers' most important players and his absence will be felt on both ends of the court.

In addition to the injury, Davis is also facing an investigation by the NBA for an alleged violation of the league's anti-tampering rules.

The investigation stems from comments that Davis made about Kyrie Irving during an interview with ESPN's Rachel Nichols in February. Davis said that he would "love to play" with Irving and that he was "trying to get" Irving to Los Angeles.

The NBA is investigating whether Davis' comments violated the league's anti-tampering rules, which prohibit teams from discussing potential free agents before they become available.

If the NBA finds that Davis violated the anti-tampering rules, he could face a fine or suspension. The Lakers could also be punished for Davis' actions.

The Lakers are scheduled to play their next game on Wednesday against the Memphis Grizzlies. It is unclear if Davis or James will be available for that game.