Luka Doncic’s hamstring injury highlights need for NBA to change award qualifications
By Khobi Price
Published on April 3, 2026.
Luka Doncic's hamstring injury could impact the Lakers' regular season and postseason fate, but also affect the NBA's voting eligibility for end-of-season awards. The injury, which prevents him from competing for league MVP and likely to be named to the All-NBA first team, could impact voting for end of season awards. An "Extraordinary Circumstances Challenge" clause in the league's collective bargaining agreement could allow for DonCic to file a grievance over missing two games due to the birth of his daughter, pending a ruling after the regular season ends. Other players who fall short of the current 65-game threshold include Pistons star Cade Cunningham or Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards. Suggestions include a minutes played exception clause for players who do not meet the suggested 58 games played threshold.
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