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Ron Artest #37 | Guard, Forward | Los Angeles Lakers
Height: 6-7    Weight: 252    Born: November 13, 1979, Queens, New York

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March 5, 2010
It has been revealed that Ron Artest suffered a sprained left thumb during Thursday's battle against Miami, according to Kevin Ding's (Orange County Register) twitter page.

Our View:Artest is expected to play through the injury tonight at Charlotte. The injured thumb is on his non-shooting hand.
February 1, 2010
Ron Artest fared well in tonight's 95-93 loss at Memphis, as he tallied 18 points, five rebounds and two assists. He made 2-of-3 shots from three-point range.

Our View:Fantasy owners should be pleased with Artest's performance, as he was averaging just 11.2 points heading into the contest. He was able to handle 35 minutes while dealing with plantar fasciitis in both feet.
January 23, 2010
Ron Artest disclosed that he is dealing with plantar fasciitis in both feet, according to the Orange County Register.

Our View:Artest's feet often got sore late in games, and the Lakers may decide to spell him more - which could lower his production.
January 11, 2010
Ron Artest is expected to play Tuesday against San Antonio, according to the Orange County Register.

Our View:Artest has been recovering from dizziness caused by his fall at home. He practiced today without an issue, but be sure to check back for updates on his status tomorrow.
January 5, 2010
Ron Artest (concussion) will most likely play on Tuesday night against the Rockets, according to Mike Bresnahan of the Los Angeles Times.

Our View:He'll be returning just in time to face the most recent team he alienated entirely. In all, Artest's bizarre falling down the steps episode ended up costing him five games.
January 2, 2010
Ron Artest, who is recovering from a concussion, worked out for a neurologist Saturday, according to the Orange County Register.

Our View:The neurologist did not comment on Artest's status, but coach Phil Jackson noted that his status for Sunday's game against Dallas is yet to be determined. Artest will be re-evaluated Sunday morning after the team shoot-around.
January 1, 2010
Ron Artest was held out again on Friday with concussion symptoms, according to the Orange County Register.

Our View:The Lakers have struggled without Artest, who suffered the concussion in a fall at his home on Christmas night. Artest has lost value as he has taken an even more intense focus on the defensive end.