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Luka Doncic injury and suspension
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• Kyrie Irving Injury Update Hints at Return Sooner Than ExpectedThe Dallas Mavericks are beginning a new era without Luka Doncic, and Kyrie Irving’s health will be at the center of how far they can go. Five months removed from ACL surgery, Irving gave fans reason for optimism with an encouraging progress update. “I was in the gym doing a little bit more as well. […] The post Kyrie Irving Injury Update Hints at Return Sooner Than Expected appeared first o...2025Click for news about Kyrie Irving -
• Jeanie Buss, Rob Pelinka Travel To Poland To Support Luka Doncic In EuroBasketJeanie Buss and Rob Pelinka were amongst a contingent of staff from the Los Angeles Lakers who flew to Poland this week to watch Luka Doncic play for Slovenia in EuroBasket. "Zero problems," Pelinka said. "I mean, it's just something that we believe in for the Lakers organization." Doncic had an injury scare in one of the lead-in games. "We just wanted to make a statement to Luka that we support w...2025Visit the page Jeanie Buss -
• EuroBasket Notes: Doncic, Player Rankings, Valanciunas, Smailagic
Any concerns about Luka Doncic‘s health were eased on Tuesday when the Lakers superstar guard scored 28 points and dished out 10 assists for Slovenia in a 93-81 exhibition win over Great Britain, Eurohoops.net relays. Doncic had an injury scare on Saturday when a Slovenian teammate fell on his right leg during an exhibition game […]...2025
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• Luka Doncic Cleared To Play On Tuesday Versus Great BritainLuka Doncic has been cleared to play for Slovenia in Tuesday's exhibition game against Great Britain. Doncic injured his leg on Saturday during Slovenia's matchup against Latvia but avoided a major injury. Doncic had 26 points at the time of the injury. Doncic was scheduled to return to practice on Monday. Slovenia open their EuroBasket tournament next Thursday against Poland....2025 -
• Luka Doncic Cleared to Suit Up for Slovenia After Injury Scare
Los Angeles Lakers fans can relax. Luka Doncic has been cleared to return for Slovenia just days after a knee scare in EuroBasket action. He “was reportedly cleared to play for Slovenia,” ending speculation that the injury could linger, NBA insider Marc Stein reported Tuesday. The incident happened Saturday during an exhibition game against Latvia, […] The post Luka Doncic Cleared to Suit Up...2025Continue with Los Angeles Lakers
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• Lakers get encouraging Luka Doncic injury updateOn Saturday, Doncic suffered an injury during a Slovenian national team warm-up game against Latvia. Doncic is currently preparing for the 2025 FIBA EuroBasket tournament....2025Click for news about FIBA EuroBasket -
• Luka Doncic Will Practice Monday Following Injury Scare
After a teammate fell into his leg during the third quarter of an exhibition game against Latvia on Saturday (Twitter video link via Dan Woike of The Athletic), Slovenian captain and Lakers star Luka Doncic reportedly suffered a right knee contusion that was not believed to be serious and would not impact his status for […]...2025Continue with Dan Woike
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• Luka Doncic injury can have unexpected impact on Suns' seasonLuka Doncic getting injured while playing for Slovenia is further proof the Phoenix Suns can have a better season than many predict if they can remain healthy while those around them do not....2025Click for news about Phoenix Suns -
• Luka Doncic suffers injury scare during Slovenian exhibition game, reportedly avoids anything serious
This is what clubs fear when their best players suit up for their country....2025
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• Luka Doncic limps off EuroBasket court in Lakers injury scare after signing massive contractLakers fans were left holding their breath a bit on Saturday afternoon....2025
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Luka Doncic injury and suspension
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• Doncic Gets Injury Scare During Slovenian Exhibition Game
Lakers superstar Luka Doncic apparently avoided a serious injury after a Slovenian teammate fell on his right leg during an exhibition game on Saturday, Dan Woike of The Athletic tweets. Early in the second half, Gregor Hrovat fell on Doncic’s knee during a defensive play, according to Eurohoops.net. Doncic was able to head to the […]...2025Read about Dan Woike
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• Luka Doncic Avoided Serious Injury During EuroBasket Leadup Game
Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic was injured during Slovenia's EuroBasket leadup game against Latvia on Saturday. A teammate fell into Doncic's legs and knocked him to the floor during the third quarter of the game. The Slovenia star was favoring his right leg after the play. Doncic limped to the locker room but appears to have avoided serious injury. The Lakers star was spotted sitting on the...2025See more articles Los Angeles Lakers
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• Lakers receive Luka Doncic injury scareThe tension that moment caused for the Lakers front office, his teammates and fans around the world was palpable....2025 -
• Luka on His Offseason Transformation: ‘My Body Looks Better’
Lakers star Luka Doncic isn’t waiting around for a bounce-back season, he’s already transformed his body. After a frustrating, injury-riddled 2024-25 campaign that saw him appear in just 50 games due to a nagging calf issue, Doncic has committed himself to a new level of training, and it’s paying off. “Just visually, I would say […] The post Luka on His Offseason Transformation: ‘...2025
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• Marcus Smart On Getting Recruited By Luka Doncic: 'That Meant A Lot'Marcus Smart said that getting recruited by Luka Doncic played an important role in him signing a two-year contract with the Los Angeles Lakers. "When you get a guy like Luka calling... checking on you, trying to see where you're at, to see if you want to come join something special that he's trying to cook up over here," Smart said. "For him to say that he can really use my help, that meant a lot...2025Continue with Marcus Smart -
• Marcus Smart Agrees To Two-Year, $11M Deal With Lakers After Buyout With WizardsMarcus Smart has agreed to a contract buyout with the Washington Wizards and intends to sign a two-year, $11 million deal with the Los Angeles Lakers. Smart will have a player option for the 2026-27 season to reenter free agency in 2027 when more teams have cap space. Luka Doncic personally reached out to Smart to recruit him to the Lakers. Smart made the playoffs in each of his first nine NBA sea...2025Check it out Marcus Smart
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• LeBron James Responding To Lakers' Signals They're Moving On From Him After 2025-26LeBron James understands the Los Angeles Lakers' decision to pivot to building around Luka Doncic given the fact one player is nearing retirement and the other is in the middle of his prime. However, nuance was sometimes lost during the transition as the organization made clear their priorities had changed. The Lakers acquired Doncic in a February trade for Anthony Davis, signaling a shift away fr...2025Click for news about LeBron James -
• Paolo Banchero, Magic Agree To Five-Year, $239M Max ExtensionPaolo Banchero and the Orlando Magic have agreed to a five-year, $239 million maximum extension. The deal includes triggers to elevate his salary to the Rose rule max if he makes an All-NBA team. The deal also has a player option for Banchero in 2030-31, which hasn't happened on a rookie max since Luka Doncic and Trae Young in 2021. Orlando now has Banchero, Franz Wagner and Jalen Suggs signed for...2025Click for news about Paolo Banchero -
• Luka Doncic Has Lost Significant Weight With Offseason Conditioning OverhaulLuka Doncic has undergone a dramatic conditioning transformation this offseason, dropping significant weight and implementing strict diet and cardio training following his trade from the Dallas Mavericks to the Los Angeles Lakers. The Slovenian star's commitment to fitness represented a major shift from his previous offseason routines. Doncic spent an entire month away from on-court basketball wor...2025Continue with Dallas Mavericks -
• LeBron James Focuses On Healing Knee Injury Before Training CampLeBron James said his primary focus is healing his sprained left knee before training camp begins in late September as he prepares for his 23rd NBA season with the Los Angeles Lakers. The 40-year-old superstar suffered the ligament sprain in April during the Lakers' playoff loss to Minnesota in Game 5 of the first round. James told The Associated Press the knee is feeling "good" but emphasized the...2025See also LeBron James
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• Kobe Bryant mural in L.A. vandalized again after $5K restoration by Luka DoncicThe "Mambas Forever" mural depicts the legendary five-time NBA champion kissing his daughter. Kobe and Gianna Bryant, along with seven others, were killed in a helicopter crash in 2020....2025Read about Kobe Bryant -
• Jrue Holiday would be ideal for MavericksThe Celtics need to reset following Jayson Tatum's injury. The Mavs need to make good after the controversial decision to trade Luka Doncic. Holiday could be the key for both teams....2025See also Jayson Tatum -
• Report: Lakers’ Austin Reaves Recovering From Serious Injury
According to Dan Woike of The Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves is still recovering from a serious toe injury. Reaves wasn’t healthy during the 2025 playoffs. The Lakers, despite having Reaves, LeBron James and Luka Doncic, lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round in five games. “Yet according to […] The post Report: Lakers’ ...2025Read about Dan Woike
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• Mavericks To Target Acquisition Of Point Guard In OffseasonThe Dallas Mavericks will have an unexpected instant infusion of talent after winning the lottery and their plan to select Cooper Flagg with the first overall pick. However, with Kyrie Irving out until at least January as he recovers from a torn ACL, the Mavericks will need to acquire a point guard. The Mavericks were suddenly without any capable point guards following their trade of Luka Doncic a...2025Check it out Dallas Mavericks -
• Community Shootaround: Draft Lottery Changes
Is it time for another change to the draft lottery? That’s what many people are thinking after seeing the Mavericks leapfrog 10 other teams and win the Cooper Flagg sweepstakes on Monday. If not for a wave of injuries – and of course, the controversial Luka Doncic trade – Dallas wouldn’t have even held any […]...2025Read about Cooper Flagg
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• Mavericks Won't Trade Pick, Plan To Select Cooper Flagg At No. 1The Dallas Mavericks have no plans to trade the top overall pick after winning the lottery on Monday and intend to select Cooper Flagg, sources tell ESPN's Tim MacMahon. The Mavs had only a 1.8% chance of winning the lottery. The Mavericks surprisingly were in the lottery after reaching The Finals in 2024, but they dealt with injuries throughout the season and traded away Luka Doncic shortly befor...2025Continue with Dallas Mavericks -
• Mavericks Win 2025 NBA Draft Lottery; Spurs, Sixers, Hornets In Top-4The NBA held its 2025 Draft Lottery in Chicago on Monday with the Dallas Mavericks winning the lottery with a 1.8 percent chance. The San Antonio Spurs moved up to No. 2 ahead of the Philadelphia 76ers at No. 3, and Charlotte Hornets at No. 4. Cooper Flagg is the presumptive No. 1 pick with Dylan Harper expected to be selected at No. 2. The draft is expected to open up considerably after the first...2025See more Dallas Mavericks -
• Lakers 'Couldn't Live With What They Saw' On Mark Williams' PhysicalThe Los Angeles Lakers rescinded their trade for Charlotte Hornets center Mark Williams at the deadline after he failed the team's physical examination. "[The Lakers] just couldn't live with what they saw," a source with knowledge of the situation told ESPN regarding Williams' physical examination results. Williams was specifically requested by Luka Doncic as his preferred lob partner from availab...2025See also Los Angeles Lakers -
• Luka Doncic 'Feeling Much Better' Ahead Of Game 4
Luka Doncic is "feeling much better" ahead of Game 4 between the Los Angeles Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. "Luka Doncic is rested. He's feeling much better. And outside of a team meeting and individual treatment, I'm told Luka Doncic spent all of Saturday sleeping in his bed, which is something he could not do on Thursday and Friday when he was dealing wit...2025See more articles Los Angeles Lakers
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• Luka Doncic Admits He ‘Played Through A Lot Of Injuries’ With Mavericks: ‘A Lot Of People Don’t Know That’
Luka Doncic told Malika Andrews of ESPN that he “played through a lot of injuries” during his time with the Dallas Mavericks. Doncic, who is now on the Los Angeles Lakers, was traded by Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison over conditioning issues. “I would say I gave everything to that franchise,” Doncic said. “I played […] The post Luka Doncic A...2025Continue with Malika Andrews