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October 26, 2025
Out at least one week
Doncic (finger/leg) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Kings and will miss at least one week, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.
Analysis
Doncic is dealing with a left finger sprain and a lower leg contusion. With LeBron James (knee) sidelined, Doncic was off to a fast start, averaging 46.0 points, 11.5 rebounds, 8.5 assists and 1.0 steals while shooting 62.0 percent from the field in 38.0 minutes over two games. With Doncic and James out, Austin Reaves will likely be the Lakers' go-to playmaker, with reserves like Marcus Smart, Dalton Knecht and Jake LaRavia stepping into larger roles.
October 25, 2025
Iffy for Sunday
Doncic (finger) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Kings, Khobi Price of The Orange County Register reports.
Analysis
Doncic is in jeopardy of missing Sunday's contest due to a sprained left finger. If the superstar is ultimately ruled out, Marcus Smart, Gabe Vincent and Bronny James are candidates for increased playing time. Doncic has dropped at least 43 points in each of the Lakers' two games to start the season, averaging 46.0 points, 11.5 rebounds, 8.5 assists and 1.0 steals while shooting 62.0 percent from the field in 38.0 minutes per contest.
October 25, 2025
Goes off for 49 points vs. Minny
Doncic finished with 49 points (14-23 FG, 5-12 3Pt, 16-19 FT), 11 boards and eight assists across 35 minutes in Friday's 128-100 win over the Timberwolves.
Analysis
Doncic surpassed the 20-point mark before the end of the first quarter, and he carried the Lakers on his back throughout the entire contest. The star guard became the first player in NBA history to open a season with back-to-back games of at least 40 points, 10 boards and five dimes. He's opened the season with 92 points, 23 rebounds and 17 assists combined through his first two games of the 2025-26 campaign.
October 24, 2025
Cleared to play Friday
Doncic (groin) isn't listed on the injury report for Friday's game against the Timberwolves, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.
Analysis
Doncic received treatment Wednesday for a groin injury he suffered during Tuesday night's season opener against the Warriors, but he was able to log a full practice Thursday and will be ready to roll for Friday's clash. The star point guard had an Opening Night to remember, finishing with 43 points, 12 rebounds, nine assists, two steals and one block in 41 minutes.
October 23, 2025
Practices fully Thursday
Doncic (groin) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Thuc Nhi Nguyen of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Analysis
Doncic is dealing with a groin injury that he suffered in the season opener. However, it doesn't seem to be a major issue, as he has downplayed the injury and has gone through two days of practice ahead of Friday's matchup with the Timberwolves. All signs point to him playing against Minnesota.
October 22, 2025
Participates in practice Wednesday
Doncic went through practice and received treatment for a groin issue Wednesday, Dan Woike of The Athletic reports.
Analysis
Doncic appeared to suffer a groin injury during Tuesday's season-opening loss to the Warriors. However, he downplayed the injury after the game and seems to be okay after going through a practice session Wednesday. The Lakers don't play again until Friday against the Timberwolves, which should give the superstar guard ample time to get back up to speed with more treatment.
October 22, 2025
Nears triple-double in loss
Doncic contributed 43 points (17-27 FG, 2-10 3Pt, 7-10 FT), 12 rebounds, nine assists, two steals and one block across 41 minutes in Tuesday's 119-109 loss to the Warriors.
Analysis
Doncic opened the season with a dominant performance, leading the Lakers with game highs in points and rebounds. While he struggled from three-point range, the superstar was one of just two Lakers to score more than 10 points, joining Austin Reaves (26). Doncic also tied the game-best mark in assists and matched the team lead in steals. The five-time All-Star will likely continue to contribute across the board as the team's clear top offensive option with LeBron James (sciatica) sidelined.