Nick Young’s status after ejection still unclear after Saturday’s practice

LakersÕ Nick Young thought he had a three point shot at the end of the third period, but it was called back during second half action at Staples Center Sunday, March 30, 2014.  Lakers defeated the Suns 115-99.  ( Photo by David Crane/Los Angeles Daily News )

LakersÕ Nick Young thought he had a three point shot at the end of the third period, but it was called back during second half action at Staples Center Sunday, March 30, 2014. Lakers defeated the Suns 115-99. ( Photo by David Crane/Los Angeles Daily News )

Coming out of the narrow loss to Oklahoma City Friday evening, the big question surrounding the Lakers was what was going to happen to Nick Young after the small forward was ejected early in the fourth quarter on a flagrant 2 foul.

The Lakers were still waiting on word from the league by the end of Saturday’s afternoon practice. But it’s not something that’s taking up too much of head coach Byron Scott’s energy. At least for the moment.

“I’m not too worried about it right now. I guess when we get up there we will have an answer,” said Scott after practice. “But if he’s not playing [against Sacramento] I will be very disappointed, obviously.

“If he doesn’t, other guys will just have to step up.”

Labeled a “vital” part of the team by Scott, Young is the Lakers (8-18) second leading scorer at 14.9 points per game and 2.3 rebounds, despite playing in just 16 games and starting none.

Young drew the ejection with 11:24 left in the game after getting tangled up with Thunder center Steven Adams and thrusting his forearm into Adam’s throat in frustration.

Young called Adams as “sneaky, dirty player,” after the game.

After Friday’s loss, Scott said he was disappointed in Young earning the ejection and told media on Saturday that he talked about it with Young after the game.

“I gave him some words and told him if it happens again what would happen to hime,” said Scott, hinting at handing down his own suspension. “So hopefully it never happens again.”

Young did practice with the team but did not talk with the media afterwards. When walking by reporters, Young was asked if he would be talking to the media.

“No,” said Young with a smile and a laugh. “I’ve talked enough.”

Young is scheduled to fly with the team.