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Lakers' JJ Redick comments on Luka Doncic's latest injury update
TL;DR
Luka Doncic provided a grim update on his hamstring injury, indicating he is racing against time to return. The Lakers face tough odds against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Playoffs.
Key points
- Luka Doncic provided a grim injury update.
- Doncic is racing against time to return to play.
- The Oklahoma City Thunder won Game 1 against the Lakers.
- The Lakers are heavy underdogs in the playoff series.
- Doncic sustained a hamstring strain on April 2.
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May 5, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick watches his team play against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second half during game one of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
Speaking for the first time since his initial injury over a month ago, Luka Doncic gently let folks know something we all kinda knew in the back of our minds — the NBA's scoring champion is in a race against time.
The Oklahoma City Thunder entered as heavy favorites in their Round 2 series against the Los Angeles Lakers. So far, the Las Vegas forecasters have proven to be accurate. They cruised to a 108-90 Game 1 win. And the scary part? Shai Gilgeous-Alexander looked human with 18 points and seven turnovers. Didn't matter.
Folks will remain skeptical of the Lakers' chances to pull off an all-time upset. That is, until Doncic hopefully returns to potentially play Superman and save the day. The MVP candidate sustained a hamstring strain in OKC on Apr. 2. Over a month later, he provided a grim update.
Doncic said his timetable was eight weeks. Well, we won't hit that mark until May 28 — well past a hypothetical Game 7 on May 18. It'll be a miracle to see the Doncic-less Lakers extend their Round 2 series to the fullest. If we're reading the tea leaves correctly, he's all but done for this matchup.
Q&A
What is Luka Doncic's injury update as of May 2026?
Luka Doncic has shared a grim update on his hamstring strain, suggesting he is in a race against time to return to the court.
How did the Oklahoma City Thunder perform against the Lakers in Game 1?
The Oklahoma City Thunder won Game 1 against the Los Angeles Lakers with a score of 108-90.
What impact does Doncic's injury have on the Lakers' playoff chances?
Doncic's injury significantly affects the Lakers' chances, as they are already seen as heavy underdogs in the series against the Thunder.