Luka Doncic’s Lakers Debut Reportedly Delayed
The Los Angeles Lakers will have to wait a little longer to see guard Luka Doncic take the court. NBA insider Marc Stein reports that Doncic’s debut will be postponed for a day or two.
“Luka Dončić is now aiming for a Monday debut against Utah, according to sources. He returned to full 5-on-5 practice this week and is progressing well from his left calf strain, which he suffered on Christmas.”
Originally, Doncic was set to debut on Saturday against the Indiana Pacers, but that will now be delayed. ESPN even modified its schedule, expecting Doncic to make his debut in Los Angeles.
In the meantime, the Lakers will focus on taking on the Pacers and trying to secure a victory. Los Angeles has been rising in the standings and aims to continue its strong performance.
The pairing of Doncic and LeBron James is one of the most eagerly awaited duos in the NBA, with fans across the league anticipating Doncic’s return. At just 25, Doncic is already one of the best players the NBA has to offer, and now the Lakers have him on their roster.
The Lakers also traded for center Mark Williams, although his debut date is still unclear. With Williams, the team adds a legitimate center to strengthen their playoff push.
Once all players are healthy and on the floor, the Lakers will have a clearer idea of how they stack up against the rest of the conference. This team is eyeing another title run, and with the addition of new talent, it’s a possibilitythis season.