Summary
The Los Angeles Lakers will start their preseason games without star players LeBron James and Luka Doncic. LeBron is not playing due to a muscle irritation, and Doncic is resting after participating in a European tournament. The team is preparing for the regular season starting on October 21 against Golden State.
Key Facts
- The Lakers' preseason game against the Phoenix Suns will not include LeBron James or Luka Doncic.
- LeBron James is sitting out due to irritation in his glute muscle.
- Luka Doncic is resting after playing in the EuroBasket tournament for Slovenia.
- LeBron James averaged 24.4 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 8.2 assists per game last season.
- LeBron has been generally healthy but has faced various injuries since joining the Lakers.
- Luka Doncic will also miss an upcoming preseason game against the Golden State Warriors.
- The Lakers’ regular season starts on October 21 against the Warriors.
- Other players like Jake LaRavia and Deandre Ayton may get more playtime in the preseason games.
