Luka Doncic Gets Bad Injury Outlook Amid Hamstring Recovery
Luka Doncic's recovery from a hamstring injury is progressing slowly, and he is expected to miss the entire next series against the Oklahoma City Thunder if the Los Angeles Lakers advance past the Houston Rockets. Despite rejoining the team and beginning light court work, Doncic has not been cleared for full practice or gameplay. The Lakers currently lead the Rockets 3-1 in the first-round series and may get Austin Reaves back soon. His absence would significantly reduce Los Angeles' chances in the following round.
- ▪Luka Doncic has been recovering from a hamstring injury sustained in early April against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
- ▪He traveled to Europe for treatment and has resumed light on-court activities but is not yet participating in full practices or one-on-one drills.
- ▪ESPN's Shams Charania reported that Doncic is expected to miss the entire series against the Thunder if the Lakers advance.
- ▪The Lakers hold a 3-1 series lead over the Rockets with two home games remaining and are hopeful for Austin Reaves' return.
- ▪Head coach JJ Redick confirmed Doncic is progressing slowly with no definitive timeline for return.
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