Lakers’ Luka Doncic injury nightmare started with an inexplicable JJ Redick decision
By Melissa Rohlin
Published on April 3, 2026.
The Los Angeles Lakers suffered a major setback in their recent game against the Thunder, losing 139-96. Luka Doncic suffered a left hamstring injury in the third quarter and will undergo an MRI exam. Austin Reaves also sustained a minor injury throughout the game. The loss was a setback for a team that had been climbing the Western Conference standings with a 16-2 run. The Thunder's victory was a significant setback for the Lakers, who had been leading the league in points (33.5), assists (8.3), and sixth in steals (1.6). If the injury is serious, the Lakers may not even get past the first round of the playoffs. If Doncick misses the team's final five games, he will be disqualified from all NBA awards due to the league's 65-game threshold.
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