Pau Gasol has been out of action since being elbowed by Javale "Did I Do That" McGee Sunday. Reports were that the big man would be re-evaluated after the Lakers two game road trip, and now per Mike Trudell Gasol will also miss this evening's prime time game.

Pau Gasol (concussion) is out for tonight’s game vs OKC. He was re-examined by Dr. Williams today but was not cleared to play.

— Mike Trudell (@LakersReporter) January 11, 2013

Starting in his place? Earl Clark (who will be matched up with Kevin Durant)!

Pau Gasol (concussion) is out for tonight’s game vs OKC. He was re-examined by Dr. Williams today but was not cleared to play.

— Mike Trudell (@LakersReporter) January 11, 2013

It's an experiment, no doubt, but one worth tinkering with at this point in the season. Why is Mike D'Antoni going with Earl Clark?

D’Antoni said LAL can actually gain both size & speed with Earl Clark in the line up, as he can get out in transition & defend big men.

— Mike Trudell (@LakersReporter) January 11, 2013

So, there you have it. No Pau Gasol, but more Earl Clark.