April 14, 2026
ANALYSISDoncic is still considered out indefinitely due to a Grade 2 left hamstring strain, and his status for the first round of the playoffs versus Houston remains in serious doubt. With
Austin Reaves (oblique) also out indefinitely, the Lakers will have to lean more heavily on
LeBron James, and
Luke Kennard should continue to play a more prominent role in the backcourt as well.