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Lakers' Stars Luka Dončić & Austin Reaves Avoid Serious Injury
14 Nov
Summary
- Luka Dončić expected to play Sunday after ankle tweak.
- Austin Reaves has a minor heel bruise, listed day-to-day.
- Collin Sexton is also day-to-day after needing stitches.
Los Angeles Lakers' leading scorers, Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves, are expected to return to play soon after exiting a recent game with injuries. Dončić sustained a minor ankle tweak but has indicated he is 'good' and is anticipated to be available for Sunday's matchup against the Phoenix Suns. This is a significant relief for the team, as Dončić and Reaves combine for the highest points per game among teammates in the league. Reaves is dealing with a bruise on his heel, which the team has deemed minor enough to not require imaging, and he is classified as day-to-day. Rotation guard Collin Sexton also left the game after a collision, receiving stitches above his eye. However, a concussion was ruled out, and he is expected to be in a similar day-to-day status as Reaves, suggesting a swift return for the team's backcourt.
The Lakers will face the Phoenix Suns on Sunday at 1 p.m. PT in Phoenix. The team's ability to navigate these recent injuries without significant long-term impact on their key players bodes well for their upcoming games.
