Doncic recorded 29 points (9-22 FG, 1-11 3Pt, 10-12 FT), 11 rebounds, 10 assists and three steals in 38 minutes during Sunday's 130-120 win over the Heat.
Doncic put together an impressive all-around stat line Sunday despite struggling to find his shot and connecting on just one-of-11 three-point attempts. The 29 points marked Doncic's lowest scoring output and the first time he has been held under 40 points this season, illustrating the level he has been playing at to kick off the 2025-26 campaign. Doncic concluded Sunday's bout with his first triple-double of the season and the 83rd of his career.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Pours in 44 in return
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Doncic (finger) scored a game-high 44 points (14-27 FG, 6-15 3Pt, 10-13 FT) while adding 12 rebounds and six assists in 39 minutes during Friday's 117-112 win over the Grizzlies.
After the 26-year-old superstar missed the prior three games due to a finger injury, head coach JJ Redick suggested ahead of Friday's tip-off that Doncic's minutes might be somewhat limited. However, Doncic saw more court time than anyone else in the contest and delivered his third 40-point double-double of 2025-26 in three games. Doncic should continue to see massive usage as long as LeBron James (back) remains sidelined.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Will play Friday
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Doncic (finger) will play Friday in Memphis, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.
Head coach JJ Redick said that he would be "mindful" of Doncic's minutes in his first game back from a three-game absence, but even with a minutes cap, Doncic is a must-play guy whenever he's active. Fire him up.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Upgraded to probable
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Doncic (finger/leg) has been upgraded to probable for Friday's game against the Grizzlies, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.
After going through morning shootaround, Doncic is firmly on track to return from a three-game absence Friday. The Lakers originally planned on being without the superstar guard for at least one week as of Sunday, but Doncic appears to be ahead of schedule in his recovery from a finger sprain and lower leg contusion. His return, as well as Marcus Smart's (quadriceps), would likely push Jake LaRavia back to the bench.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Goes through shootaround
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Doncic (finger) participated in Friday's morning shootaround, Khobi Price of The Orange County Register reports.
Doncic is listed as questionable to play in Friday's game against the Grizzlies after missing the past three games for the Lakers. His participation at the morning shootaround bodes well for his status. It's possible the star playmaker ends up being a game-time call for this one.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Iffy for Friday
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Doncic (finger) is questionable to play in Friday's game against the Grizzlies, Dan Woike of The Athletic reports.
Doncic's status has unexpectedly been upgraded ahead of Friday's matchup. The superstar guard has missed the last three games due to a finger sprain and a lower left leg contusion. He'll give the team a massive boost if he's able to return. Marcus Smart (quadriceps) has also been listed as questionable.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Out at least one week
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Doncic (finger/leg) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Kings and will miss at least one week, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.
Doncic is dealing with a left finger sprain and a lower leg contusion. With LeBron James (knee) sidelined, Doncic was off to a fast start, averaging 46.0 points, 11.5 rebounds, 8.5 assists and 1.0 steals while shooting 62.0 percent from the field in 38.0 minutes over two games. With Doncic and James out, Austin Reaves will likely be the Lakers' go-to playmaker, with reserves like Marcus Smart, Dalton Knecht and Jake LaRavia stepping into larger roles.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Iffy for Sunday
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Doncic (finger) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Kings, Khobi Price of The Orange County Register reports.
Doncic is in jeopardy of missing Sunday's contest due to a sprained left finger. If the superstar is ultimately ruled out, Marcus Smart, Gabe Vincent and Bronny James are candidates for increased playing time. Doncic has dropped at least 43 points in each of the Lakers' two games to start the season, averaging 46.0 points, 11.5 rebounds, 8.5 assists and 1.0 steals while shooting 62.0 percent from the field in 38.0 minutes per contest.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Goes off for 49 points vs. Minny
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Doncic finished with 49 points (14-23 FG, 5-12 3Pt, 16-19 FT), 11 boards and eight assists across 35 minutes in Friday's 128-100 win over the Timberwolves.
Doncic surpassed the 20-point mark before the end of the first quarter, and he carried the Lakers on his back throughout the entire contest. The star guard became the first player in NBA history to open a season with back-to-back games of at least 40 points, 10 boards and five dimes. He's opened the season with 92 points, 23 rebounds and 17 assists combined through his first two games of the 2025-26 campaign.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Cleared to play Friday
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Doncic (groin) isn't listed on the injury report for Friday's game against the Timberwolves, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.
Doncic received treatment Wednesday for a groin injury he suffered during Tuesday night's season opener against the Warriors, but he was able to log a full practice Thursday and will be ready to roll for Friday's clash. The star point guard had an Opening Night to remember, finishing with 43 points, 12 rebounds, nine assists, two steals and one block in 41 minutes.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Practices fully Thursday
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Doncic (groin) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Thuc Nhi Nguyen of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Doncic is dealing with a groin injury that he suffered in the season opener. However, it doesn't seem to be a major issue, as he has downplayed the injury and has gone through two days of practice ahead of Friday's matchup with the Timberwolves. All signs point to him playing against Minnesota.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Participates in practice Wednesday
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Doncic went through practice and received treatment for a groin issue Wednesday, Dan Woike of The Athletic reports.
Doncic appeared to suffer a groin injury during Tuesday's season-opening loss to the Warriors. However, he downplayed the injury after the game and seems to be okay after going through a practice session Wednesday. The Lakers don't play again until Friday against the Timberwolves, which should give the superstar guard ample time to get back up to speed with more treatment.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Nears triple-double in loss
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Doncic contributed 43 points (17-27 FG, 2-10 3Pt, 7-10 FT), 12 rebounds, nine assists, two steals and one block across 41 minutes in Tuesday's 119-109 loss to the Warriors.
Doncic opened the season with a dominant performance, leading the Lakers with game highs in points and rebounds. While he struggled from three-point range, the superstar was one of just two Lakers to score more than 10 points, joining Austin Reaves (26). Doncic also tied the game-best mark in assists and matched the team lead in steals. The five-time All-Star will likely continue to contribute across the board as the team's clear top offensive option with LeBron James (sciatica) sidelined.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Paces Los Angeles in loss
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Doncic posted 31 points (8-16 FG, 6-11 3Pt, 9-12 FT), nine assists, five rebounds, one steal and one block across 32 minutes in Friday's 117-116 preseason loss to the Kings.
Doncic led all players in scoring and was efficient from beyond the arc, albeit in a losing effort. The five-time All-Star also dished out a game-high mark in assists. The superstar point guard appeared in 28 regular-season games with Los Angeles after being traded from Dallas last season, averaging 28.2 points, 8.1 rebounds, 7.5 assists and 1.6 steals per game during that span.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Set to play Friday
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Doncic (rest) will play in Friday's preseason finale against the Kings, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.
The Lakers will treat Friday's exhibition game as a dress rehearsal for Opening Night. That means Doncic could see a significant number of minutes for a preseason matchup.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Won't play vs. Dallas
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Doncic (rest) has been ruled out for Wednesday's preseason game against the Mavericks, NBA reporter Jovan Buha reports.
Doncic made his preseason debut Tuesday against the Suns but won't suit up in the second game of a back-to-back for rest purposes. The next opportunity for the superstar guard to get back on the floor will be Friday against the Kings.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Scores 25 points in preseason loss
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Doncic tallied 25 points (7-15 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 7-9 FT), seven rebounds and four assists across 22 minutes in Tuesday's 113-104 preseason loss to the Suns.
The superstar point guard made his preseason debut against Phoenix and scored 25 points, matching Austin Reaves for the team high. Doncic also led the Lakers in assists. After being traded from Dallas, the five-time All-Star appeared in 28 regular-season games with Los Angeles last season, averaging 28.2 points, 8.1 rebounds, 7.5 assists and 1.6 steals per game during that span.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Expected to play Tuesday
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Doncic (rest) plans to play in Tuesday's preseason game against the Suns, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.
Doncic is set to see his first preseason action of the fall Tuesday. The superstar guard has been a full participant in practice for the past few weeks, and there's no concern regarding his status for the Oct. 21 regular-season opener against Golden State.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Out Sunday
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Doncic (rest) won't play in Sunday's preseason game against the Warriors, Mark Medina of TheSportingTribune.com reports.
Doncic will continue to sit out of preseason contests. It was recently reported that Doncic is participating in scrimmages at training camp, so his availability for the regular-season opener isn't in question. His next chance to suit up comes Tuesday against the Suns.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Practicing fully at training camp
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Head coach JJ Redick confirmed Thursday that Doncic (rest) was a full participant in practices last week, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.
Doncic is getting his reps in during scrimmages at training camp, but it remains possible that he'll be held out of preseason games after his EuroBasket run this past summer. The superstar guard's status remains murky for Sunday's exhibition contest against the Warriors, but Doncic's availability for Opening Night isn't in doubt.
