The Los Angeles Lakers are trying to stay above water at the start of the 2025-26 season with their two superstars out of action. In their absence, a handful of players are getting opportunities to show what they can do in an expanded role,

Marc Stein of The Stein Line reports that backup center Jaxson Hayes, who like Doncic had been doubtful to play, has now officially been ruled out for at least Sunday’s road meeting with the Sacramento Kings, who like LA are currently 1-1 on the year. The Los Angeles Lakers will be without both of their All-Stars for at least the next week.

In his now-eighth season in the NBA, Luka Doncic is averaging a whopping 28.6 points per game for his career; the Slovenian is ranked third all-time in that category.

The Los Angeles Lakers may be without multiple key players in Monday's game against the Portland Trail Blazers.

Lakers star Luka Dončić injury has him ruled out for Sunday's matchup with the Kings. He will be re-evaluated in 1 week.

Trae Young received comparisons to Luka Doncic and Anthony Edwards by his new teammates, Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Kristaps Porzingis.

According to Vinsanity, he was exactly in Luka's shoes when he teamed up with Jason Kidd in New Jersey. Carter assumed that "Luka Magic" had been trying to figure out how to form a synergy with LeBron James, given that they were both used to being leaders of their teams.

A HORSE contest between two of the biggest stars in the league, Curry and Doncic, has the potential to be a hit. Again, it's obvious that both are willing to face each other. They have a ridiculous arsenal of trick shots that would produce an exciting contest. It's up to the NBA now whether they will make it happen.