Is Luka Doncic Playing Against the Warriors? Latest Lakers Injury Update

On Thursday night, the Los Angeles Lakers will take on the Golden State Warriors in a nationally televised matchup at the Crypto.com Arena. This marks the Lakers’ first home game since the stunning trade that brought Luka Doncic to LA in exchange for a package centered around Anthony Davis. Here’s the latest update on Doncic’s availability for the game.

Luka Doncic Injury Status vs. Warriors

Luka Doncic is officially out for the game against the Warriors due to a left calf strain, the same injury that has sidelined him from the Mavericks’ lineup since he sustained it on Christmas Day.

In addition to Doncic, LeBron James is listed as probable with left foot injury management, while Gabe Vincent is also probable due to a left knee contusion. Furthermore, Maxi Kleber, another player acquired in the major Doncic trade, will be absent due to a right foot fracture.

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The Warriors have yet to release their injury report for the second game of their back-to-back.

Although Lakers fans won’t be able to see Doncic play at Crypto.com Arena this time, they’ll get their first chance to watch him in a Lakers uniform on Saturday against the Indiana Pacers, a game that has already been moved to national TV to highlight his debut.

The trade for Doncic, which occurred on Saturday, sent shockwaves throughout the NBA, given that it’s rare for a team to trade its best player after a Finals appearance at just 25 years old. Since the trade, the Lakers have strengthened their frontcourt by acquiring Mark Williams from the Charlotte Hornets and may seek to add more defensive assets before the deadline.