Luka DonÄiÄ will not return for the Lakers vs. Thunder Game 2 as he continues to recover from a hamstring injury. He has an eight-week recovery timetable, with five weeks already passed since his injury.
Key points
Luka DonÄiÄ will not play in Game 2 against the Thunder
He has an eight-week recovery timetable for his hamstring injury
Five weeks have passed since his injury on April 2
The Lakers lost Game 1 to the Thunder
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Is Luka Doncic returning? Injury status for Lakers vs Thunder Game 2
The Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday will look to rebound from their Game 1 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in their second-round playoff series. Once again, Lakers superstar Luka DonÄiÄ will not be available for the game.
Doncic indicated to reporters on Wednesday, May 6, that he was given an eight-week recovery timetable for his hamstring injury. Itās been five weeks as of Thursday, May 7.
He suffered the injury on April 2 in a regular-season blowout loss to the Thunder and has not played in a game since.
DonÄiÄ also confirmed to reports that he went to Spain shortly after the injury to receive specialized Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injections, with the intention of it accelerating his recovery. He stayed for an extended period to receive four separate injections that were spaced out four days apart and worked with specialists.
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Q&A
What is Luka DonÄiÄ's injury status for Game 2 against the Thunder?
Luka DonÄiÄ will not play in Game 2 against the Thunder due to his ongoing recovery from a hamstring injury.
When did Luka DonÄiÄ suffer his hamstring injury?
Luka DonÄiÄ suffered his hamstring injury on April 2 during a regular-season game against the Thunder.
What is the recovery timetable for Luka DonÄiÄ's injury?
Luka DonÄiÄ has an eight-week recovery timetable for his hamstring injury, with five weeks already elapsed.
How did the Lakers perform in Game 1 against the Thunder?
The Los Angeles Lakers lost Game 1 to the Oklahoma City Thunder in their second-round playoff series.
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Above, The shoes of Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks are seen during the first half of Game One of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs against the Atlanta Hawks at Madison Square Garden on April 18, 2026, in New York City.
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Coolest kicks of the NBA playoffs as stars show their sneaker style
The NBA playoffs bring out more than highāstakes basketball, as stars showcase their sneaker style on the leagueās biggest stage.
See the coolest kicks worn during the 2026 NBA Playoffs, where footwear becomes part of the spotlight.
Above, The shoes of Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks are seen during the first half of Game One of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs against the Atlanta Hawks at Madison Square Garden on April 18, 2026, in New York City.
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Coolest kicks of the NBA playoffs as stars show their sneaker style
The shoes of Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks are seen before Game One of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs against the Atlanta Hawks at Madison Square Garden on April 18, 2026, in New York City.
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Coolest kicks of the NBA playoffs as stars show their sneaker style
The shoes of Josh Hart #3 of the New York Knicks are seen during the third quarter of Game One of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on April 18, 2026, in New York City.
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Coolest kicks of the NBA playoffs as stars show their sneaker style
Shoes worn by Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first quarter during Game One of the First Round of the NBA Western Conference Playoffs at Ball Arena on April 18, 2026, in Denver, Colorado.
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Coolest kicks of the NBA playoffs as stars show their sneaker style
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Coolest kicks of the NBA playoffs as stars show their sneaker style
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 18: The shoes of Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks are seen during the first half of Game One of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs against the Atlanta Hawks at Madison Square Garden on April 18, 2026 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
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Coolest kicks of the NBA playoffs as stars show their sneaker style
The shoes of Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks are seen during the third quarter of Game One of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden on April 18, 2026, in New York City.
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"I went to Spain to do PRP," Doncic said. "Everybody knows that Spain, they're just one of the best countries to do that. And obviously, I talked with the Lakers' doctors, so everybody agreed for me to go there."
The Lakers have officially ruled out Doncic for Game 2. Doncic would likely need to participate in practice and 5-on-5 simulated basketball games before being fully cleared to play.
When do the Lakers play next?
The Los Angeles Lakers will play the Oklahoma City Thunder on the road on Thursday, May 7. The game is slated to start at 6:30 p.m. PT (9:30 p.m. ET) and will be aired on Prime Video.
