Lakers Injury Update: Luka Dončić’s Status Shifts Ahead of NBA Cup Game
It’s been a rollercoaster week for the Los Angeles Lakers and their fans, with star guard Luka Dončić’s injury status taking a surprising turn. After missing several games, Dončić has now been upgraded to questionable for the Lakers’ upcoming NBA Cup group stage matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies on October 31st. That small upgrade, though, has given Lakers supporters a glimmer of hope.
Dončić had been sidelined since October 24th, when he picked up two injuries during the team’s big 128–110 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. In that game, he suffered a sprain to his left finger and a contusion in his lower left leg. Despite the pain, he managed to finish the game, even being seen with the trainer on the sidelines checking his hand toward the end of the first quarter. That performance alone showed his determination — and it’s something fans have come to expect from him.
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Before the injury, Dončić was off to an absolutely electric start this season. In his first two games as a Laker, he averaged a massive 46 points, 11.5 rebounds, and 8.5 assists per game — numbers that reminded everyone why he’s one of the most dynamic players in the league. His shooting splits and playmaking ability had already begun to reshape the Lakers’ offensive rhythm.
However, with both Dončić and LeBron James dealing with injuries, Los Angeles found itself in a tough spot. Dončić’s initial diagnosis suggested he would miss at least four games — including matchups against the Kings, Trail Blazers, Timberwolves, and Grizzlies. Those absences tested the Lakers’ depth early in the season and forced the coaching staff to rely more heavily on their bench and younger players.
The good news is that Dončić’s reassessment has shown progress. Being upgraded to “questionable” signals that he’s nearing a return, possibly even sooner than expected. Still, the Lakers’ medical team will likely proceed with caution — it’s early in the season, and rushing back a player of his caliber could risk aggravating the injuries further.
The team’s next big test comes against Memphis on Friday, October 31st at 9:30 p.m. ET. Whether Dončić takes the floor or not, that game will be closely watched, not only for the Lakers’ performance but for signs of how well they can adapt until their superstar duo is fully healthy again.
For now, the Lakers and their fans are watching closely — hopeful that Dončić’s upgrade marks the beginning of his comeback and a much-needed boost for a team already aiming for deep postseason success.
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