Luka Doncic’s injury update has brought a mix of relief and concern for the Los Angeles Lakers. The good news is that Doncic is no longer on a minutes restriction, according to Lakers coach JJ Redick.¹ This means he’ll be free to play without any limitations, which is a huge boost for the team.
However, there’s still some uncertainty surrounding Doncic’s fitness. He’s been dealing with a calf injury since Christmas, and while he’s made significant progress, there’s always a risk of re-injury.
The Lakers will be hoping that Doncic can stay healthy and lead the team to victory, especially with a tough game against the Portland Trail Blazers coming up. With Doncic on the court, the Lakers have a much better chance of winning, and his presence changes the complexity of the game entirely.
It’s worth noting that Doncic’s teammate, Markieff Morris, has come to his defense regarding concerns about his conditioning. Morris said that Doncic is a great guy who will play through any injury if he can, and that he’s confused by the criticism surrounding Doncic’s shape.²
