Will Luka Doncic Play Against the Celtics Tonight? Latest Update on Lakers Star’s Status
The Los Angeles Lakers are set to face the Boston Celtics in a highly anticipated matchup. However, they will be doing so without their star guard Luka Doncic.
Luka Doncic’s Status Against the Celtics
Luka Doncic has officially been ruled out for the game due to personal reasons. Reports indicate that Doncic is in Slovenia celebrating a significant life event: the birth of his second child with fiancée Anamaria Goltes.
Impact on the Team
Despite Doncic’s absence, the Lakers managed to secure a victory over the Toronto Raptors. They will need to replicate this success against a challenging opponent in Boston.
- Doncic’s Season Performance: Leading the league with 35.3 points per game and ranking fourth in assists with 8.9 per game.
- LeBron James’ Condition: Listed as “doubtful” due to recovery from sciatica and left foot joint arthritis.
- Marcus Smart’s Status: Also ruled out due to a left lumbar muscle strain.
Current Standings
The Lakers hold an impressive record of 16-5, placing them second in the Western Conference. Conversely, the Celtics stand fifth in the Eastern Conference with a record of 13-9, notably without their star forward Jayson Tatum, who is sidelined due to a torn Achilles.
This matchup is part of the historic rivalry between the Lakers and Celtics, with fans eagerly awaiting their next encounter scheduled for February 22 in Los Angeles.
