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Will Luka Doncic play in the Lakers-Thunder series?

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Luka Doncic will not play to start the Lakers-Thunder series, according to a New York Times preview.

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Series StatusLakers defeated Rockets in Game 6 to advance to Lakers-Thunder series
Luka's StatusWithout Luka to start the series against Thunder
Lakers ConditionLeBron's group is banged-up heading into Thunder matchup
LeBron's PerformanceLeBron James powered Lakers past Rockets in Game 6 with vintage performance

Luka Doncic Unavailable to Start Series

According to The New York Times preview published on May 2, 2026, Luka Doncic will not play to start the Lakers-Thunder playoff series. The headline specifically references the Thunder playing without Luka at the beginning of this matchup.

Lakers Advance to Face Thunder

The Lakers defeated the Rockets in Game 6, with LeBron James delivering a vintage performance to close out the series. Multiple headlines from May 2 confirm the Lakers' advancement and their move to the next round against the Thunder.

Injury Concerns for Both Teams

The New York Times preview raises questions about whether LeBron's banged-up Lakers group can keep pace with the Thunder in the upcoming series, suggesting the Lakers are dealing with multiple injuries heading into the matchup.

Sources

  1. LeBron James gets brutally honest about his 40% NBA Finals record and the "crazy" logic of his critics (sports.yahoo.com)
  2. Lakers' LeBron James Discusses Historic NBA Finals Streak, 'I Was So Engulfed In It' (bleacherreport.com)

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