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Doncic Out? Lakers Face Hawks in Crucial Clash
14 Jan
Summary
- Lakers (23-14) face Hawks (20-21) in a critical Western Conference matchup.
- Luka Doncic is questionable with a groin injury, impacting Lakers' defense.
- Hawks seek a season sweep after defeating Lakers by 20 points previously.

The Los Angeles Lakers, holding a 23-14 record and the No. 5 seed in the Western Conference, are preparing to face the Atlanta Hawks, who are ninth in the East at 20-21. This contest carries significant weight, especially with Luka Doncic listed as questionable due to a groin injury sustained in their recent loss to the Kings. His potential absence could severely hamper the Lakers' already bottom-half defense against the Hawks' potent offense.
The Hawks enter this rematch with confidence, having previously handled the Lakers by a commanding 122-102 on November 8. They are operating with newfound momentum, particularly after their recent trade for CJ McCollum, which sent Trae Young to the Wizards. The Hawks boast a high-powered offense, averaging 118.4 points per game with a strong three-point shooting percentage of 37.4%, and excel at ball movement with 31.2 assists per game.




