Why is Luka Doncic out? Los Angeles Lakers star hit by fresh injury setback before Sacramento Kings showdown | NBA News
It was unclear if Luka Doncic would play tonight’s game between the Sacramento Kings and Los Angeles Lakers after the star sprained his left finger during the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday evening. The Lakers’ star was recently diagnosed with a lower left leg contusion. In a foreboding injury trend, the five-time Los Angeles Lakers point guard elected to the NBA First Team will be sitting at least for the next week along with 21-time All-NBA LA titan big LeBron James.
Luka Doncic sidelined by surprising injuries, leaving Lakers’ star-studded lineup in suspense ahead of Sacramento clash
Due to less serious left leg contusion and sprained left finger, Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic will miss playing the Sacramento Kings on Sunday, the team announced. Luka Doncic has started his first full season with the Los Angeles Lakers in great condition despite injury worries.As per Dan Woike:“News from the Lakers Lakers guard Luka Dončić has been diagnosed with a left finger sprain and lower left leg contusion. Dončić will be reevaluated in approximately one week…”The 6-foot-6 guard has been diagnosed with a left finger sprain and, surprisingly, a lower left leg contusion, according to Jovan Buha of “Buha’s Block.” In a week, he will be reviewed, which might extend his stay.Although it is regrettable that Doncic is anticipated to miss several games, Woike has been informed by a source that there are no long-term concerns over the injury. According to ESPN, the Lakers are hopeful that Doncic won’t require more time to heal than was first anticipated.Doncic was off to a quick start after LeBron James (knee) was sidelined. In 38.0 minutes of two games, he averaged 46.0 points, 11.5 rebounds, 8.5 assists, and 1.0 steals on 62.0 field-goal percent shooting. Austin Reaves will likely be the Lakers’ primary playmaker with Doncic and James out of action, as reserves Marcus Smart, Dalton Knecht, and Jake LaRavia will see expanded roles.Having previously lost LeBron James, the Lakers are hugely impacted by the loss of Doncic. Their leading scorer, averaging 46 points per game through L.A.’s 1-1 beginning to the season, is now unavailable.
Luka Doncic’s shocking injuries put Lakers’ record-breaking start in jeopardy ahead of crucial matchups
Luka has been out for at least a week due to a lower left thigh contusion and a sprained left finger following his 49-point performance against the Wolves. Luka had his finger wrapped quite early in the game after hurting it against Minnesota. He scored goals at will throughout the game, demonstrating that it didn’t slow him down. But it will contribute to his absence for the upcoming week.
Luka Doncic won’t be playing anytime soon (Image via Getty Images)
Regarding the contusion in the lower left leg, it’s unclear when it occurred. Luka Doncic began his inaugural full season with the Los Angeles Lakers in tremendous shape despite the injury concerns. The 26-year-old has established a new franchise record for the most points a Laker has through the first two games of a season with a staggering average of 46.0 points, 11.5 rebounds, and 8.5 assists over two games.He came very close to missing triple-doubles both times, scoring 43 points against Golden State to start the season and then 49 points against Minnesota.Also read: Los Angeles Lakers’ secret Luka Doncic group chat leaks fiery message as franchise goes all-in on new superstar
