Doncic accumulated 37 points (12-27 FG, 6-16 3Pt, 7-8 FT), seven rebounds, five assists, two blocks and one steal in 37 minutes during Friday's 112-95 loss to the Warriors.
Doncic was brilliant early, pouring in 21 points in the first quarter as Los Angeles built a 25-point lead, but he couldn't keep up the pace as the Warriors stormed back. He still led all scorers with 37 points, though he needed 27 shots and picked up a technical late in the third quarter. The Lakers will try to bounce back Sunday at home against the Raptors.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Set for Friday return
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Doncic (back) will play in Friday's game against the Warriors.
Doncic was held out of Wednesday's game against the Clippers after logging 37 minutes in the first half of the back-to-back Tuesday. However, he'll be a full go for Friday's clash. The star guard has been on a tear to begin the 2026-27 season, averaging 36.0 points, 6.8 rebounds, 8.3 assists and 1.3 steals in four appearances.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Won't play Wednesday
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Doncic (back) is out for Wednesday's game against the Clippers.
Doncic is sitting out the second half of this back-to-back set. Quentin Grimes appears to be the most likely candidate to replace Doncic in the starting lineup.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Drills sox threes in defeat
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Doncic produced 41 points (12-22 FG, 6-15 3Pt, 11-13 FT), five rebounds, nine assists and one block in 37 minutes during Tuesday's 136-129 loss to the Trail Blazers.
Doncic did everything he could to keep Los Angeles unbeaten, led the scoring with 41 points, and hit six threes. It followed his 52-point outing at Utah over the weekend, and he also brought a noticeably more engaged defensive effort. The Lakers will complete the back-to-back Wednesday against the Clippers.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Erupts for 52 points with 10 assists
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Doncic posted 52 points (17-30 FG, 8-18 3Pt, 10-11 FT), eight rebounds, 10 assists and two steals over 38 minutes during Sunday's 132-123 win over the Jazz.
Doncic put on a masterclass during Sunday's matinee, helping the Lakers claw back from an early 18-point deficit as he notched his first 50-point performance of the season. It was the 10th 50-point game of Doncic's career, and he became just the third Laker in franchise history to tally 50-plus points and 10 assists in a game, joining Elgin Baylor and Jerry West.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Coughs up ball 11 times
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Doncic notched 23 points (8-21 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 5-7 FT), six rebounds, seven assists and one block in 37 minutes during Friday's 125-117 win over the Clippers.
Doncic had an uneven night in the win. He finished third on the team in scoring and committed a career-high 11 turnovers. He played much better in Wednesday's opener, scoring 28 points in three quarters against Golden State. With LeBron James gone to Philadelphia, last season's scoring champion is the centerpiece in Los Angeles, and he'll look to bounce back Sunday in Utah.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Leads Lakers to win
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Doncic produced 28 points (7-18 FG, 5-12 3Pt, 9-9 FT), eight rebounds, seven assists and three steals across 30 minutes in Wednesday's 127-105 win over the Warriors.
Doncic opened the regular season with a strong all-around performance, and while his shooting line wasn't entirely efficient, he caused damage from three while also filling out that stat sheet as he often does -- he ended just two rebounds and three assists away from a triple-double despite playing just 30 minutes. Scoring prowess aside, his rebounding and playmaking reinforce his elite fantasy ceiling. The six turnovers were a drawback, but his high usage should keep him among the league's most productive fantasy options every time he steps on the hardwood.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Scores 15 points in limited action
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Doncic finished with 15 points (4-10 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 4-5 FT), four rebounds, two assists, a steal and a block across 19 minutes in Friday's 121-106 preseason loss to the Nuggets.
Doncic played only the first half as Los Angeles managed his workload in its preseason finale. His five turnovers were particularly concerning given his limited playing time, and Denver's defensive pressure disrupted the Lakers' offensive rhythm early, but that's nothing fantasy managers should be concerned about with the start of the regular season around the corner -- turnovers are part of Doncic's game given his high usage rate. Doncic remains an elite fantasy option thanks to his scoring, playmaking and rebounding upside, and his role as the Lakers' No. 1 fantasy weapon -- and a consensus top-five player in all formats -- is set in stone.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Starting Friday
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Doncic (rest) will start in Friday's preseason finale against the Nuggets, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.
Doncic received a rest day and skipped Tuesday's exhibition loss to the Warriors, but he'll get back out there for Friday's preseason finale. With Doncic active, Quentin Grimes will shift back to the second unit.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Resting on Tuesday
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Doncic will be rested for Tuesday's preseason game against the Warriors, Khobi Price of The California Post reports.
There is no injury to report and this is reported to be a planned night off for Doncic. He will have one more chance to get some exhibition reps in Friday against Denver.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Drops 23 points in preseason win
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Doncic supplied 23 points (6-16 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 9-9 FT), three rebounds, three assists and one steal across 25 minutes in Thursday's 114-110 preseason win over the Kings.
Doncic didn't put together his most efficient outing but got to the charity stripe often and finished with a game-high 23 points. However, the star point guard also committed five turnovers. Through two preseason appearances, both against the Kings, he has totaled 44 points, six assists, five rebounds and 10 turnovers in 41 minutes.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Good to go Thursday
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Doncic (undisclosed) is starting Thursday's preseason game against the Kings, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.
Doncic was held out of the second half of a preseason back-to-back Tuesday against Golden State, but he'll return to action Thursday evening. He looked sharp in his preseason debut Monday, dropping 21 points in 16 minutes.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Won't play Tuesday
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Doncic (undisclosed) won't play in Tuesday's preseason game against the Warriors, Luca Evans of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
Doncic is coming off a solid 21-point outing in Monday's 127-103 preseason win over Sacramento. The veteran is likely getting time off to rest on the second night of a back-to-back, though it's unknown if he will suit up for Thursday's rematch with Sacramento.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Racks up 21 points in 16 minutes
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Doncic tallied 21 points (5-12 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 8-9 FT), two rebounds, three assists and two steals over 16 minutes in Monday's 127-103 preseason win over the Kings.
Doncic looked fresh in his preseason debut, and despite being limited to one half of play, he still led his team in scoring. Doncic could be headed for a career year as the lead dog in L.A., making him an attractive top-5 target on draft day.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Set to stagger with backcourt mate
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Doncic has yet to share the floor with Austin Reaves in scrimmages, and coach JJ Redick said he anticipates staggering the two during the regular season, Jovan Buha of The Athleticreports.
Doncic is set to enter the 2026-27 season healthy after a hamstring injury forced him to miss time down the stretch of the regular season and the entire postseason a year ago. Redick's comments suggest Los Angeles intends to separate on-ball stretches for Doncic and Reaves, while also relying on the likes of Collin Sexton, Quentin Grimes, Bronny James and Jaden Hardy to produce.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: 'Healthy again'
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Doncic (hamstring) recently stated he is "100% healthy again," Dan Woike of The Athletic reports.
Doncic suffered a hamstring strain on April 2, forcing him to miss the remainder of the 2025-2026 regular season and the postseason. However, after taking a "real break from basketball" to rehab, the multi-time All-Star reports he is ready to go. Doncic came as close as ever to capturing his first MVP in 2025-26, averaging 33.5 points, 8.3 assists, 7.7 rebounds and 1.6 steals across 35.8 minutes in 64 regular-season appearances. With LeBron James now in Philadelphia, Doncic could be just as productive this season, though durability has been an issue throughout his career.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Set for larger role
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Doncic (hamstring) is positioned to take on an even larger offensive role after LeBron James' departure from Los Angeles, Dan Woike of The Athletic opines.
The additions of Quentin Grimes, Walker Kessler and Sandro Mamukelashvili should give the Lakers more shooting, defense and frontcourt balance, but none of the newcomers will replace James' playmaking responsibilities. Doncic should remain the clear engine of the Lakers' offense entering 2026-27, with his usage and assist opportunities likely staying near elite levels.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Begins next phase of rehab
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Doncic (hamstring) said Wednesday that he has started running again, Dan Woike of The Athletic reports.
Doncic has been sidelined by a Grade 2 left hamstring strain since April 2. He said he was originally given an eight-week timetable, but he's been doing everything in his power to beat that. He's yet to be cleared for contact and remains week-to-week for the time being, but he's at least trending in the right direction.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Considered week-to-week
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Doncic (hamstring) won't be available for the start of the Western Conference Semifinals against Oklahoma City and is considered week-to-week, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.
Doncic hasn't been doing "full-fledged running" or participating in full-contact sessions. While the Lakers haven't ruled him out for the series altogether, Charania added that it is still a "slow path" regarding his recovery efforts from a Grade 2 left hamstring strain. The six-time All-Star hasn't played in over a month after suffering the injury in the 139-96 loss to the Thunder on April 2. With Doncic on the shelf, Rui Hachimura is expected to remain in the starting lineup.
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Lakers' Luka Doncic: Remains without timetable
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Doncic (hamstring) would likely miss the beginning of the Western Conference Semifinals if the Lakers advance past the Rockets, ESPN's Shams Charania reports.
After Houston's win on Sunday, the Lakers hold a 3-1 lead over the Rockets and would face the Thunder, who swept the Suns, in the next round if they can win one of the next three games, which appears likely, especially with Kevin Durant (ankle) not expected to suit up. Charania notes that Doncic remains on a slow path to a full recovery. The superstar point guard has ramped up his workload a bit in recent days, but he hasn't been cleared to begin scrimmaging yet. Los Angeles' franchise player has been sidelined since the beginning of April with a Grade 2 hamstring strain.
