Brandon Bass plans to play Sunday for Magic vs. Lakers

Brandon Bass, who hasn’t played since spraining his ankle on Jan. 31, expects to make a surprise return Sunday for the Magic’s home game against the Los Angeles Lakers.

Bass participated in most of practice on Saturday, including a full-speed scrimmage. After wearing a bulky cast earlier in the week, Bass was wearing just ankle tape on Saturday and said he felt good.

Magic coach Stan Van Gundy said the team would officially decide on Sunday morning.

“I’m planning on playing,” Bass said. “If Stan calls my name, I’ll be ready.”

In the long-term, Bass will start at power forward and Ryan Anderson will be moved back to a reserve role, but Van Gundy said he didn’t know what he’ll do with the lineup on Sunday if Bass returns.