Summary
The Los Angeles Lakers have announced that Luka Doncic will not play in their upcoming preseason game against the Golden State Warriors. The team is being cautious because Doncic recently played in an intense EuroBasket tournament. The Lakers hope to get him ready for the regular season with a gradual approach.
Key Facts
- The Lakers lost their first preseason game to the Phoenix Suns, with a score of 103-81.
- LeBron James and Luka Doncic did not play in that game.
- Doncic will also miss the preseason game against the Golden State Warriors.
- Head coach JJ Redick plans to gradually prepare Doncic for the season to ensure he is in good physical and mental condition.
- Doncic last played competitively on September 10 during the EuroBasket quarterfinals.
- Doncic had averages of 28.2 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 7.7 assists per game in the last NBA season.
- The Lakers have more preseason games lined up before the regular season starts against the Warriors.
