Lakers' Luka Doncic 'progressing good' but All-Star status is unclear

Doncic's hamstring injury has kept him out, but he could return after the All-Star break

Feb. 13, 2026 at 3:31am

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Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic has been sidelined with a left hamstring injury, and his status for the upcoming NBA All-Star Game is still unclear. Coach JJ Redick said Doncic has been "progressing really good" in his recovery, but the team wants to be cautious with the soft tissue injury. Doncic is expected to return to regular-season action after the All-Star break, but whether he'll play in the All-Star festivities remains uncertain.

Why it matters

Doncic's injury is a significant concern for the Lakers, as he is the team's leading scorer and a key part of their playoff hopes. The team is being cautious with his recovery to avoid further aggravating the injury. His availability for the All-Star Game is also important, as he is one of the league's biggest stars and his participation would be a draw for the event.

The details

Doncic suffered the hamstring injury last week against the Philadelphia 76ers. He has been ruled out of the Lakers' game against the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday, and Redick said he won't return to regular-season action until at least next Friday when the Lakers host the Clippers. The team is being cautious with the soft tissue injury, and Doncic's status for the All-Star Game is still unclear. Center Deandre Ayton will also miss Thursday's game with right knee soreness, but imaging showed no serious issues.

  • Doncic suffered the hamstring injury last week against the Philadelphia 76ers.
  • Doncic won't return to regular-season action until at least next Friday (February 20) when the Lakers host the Clippers.
  • The NBA All-Star Game is this Sunday (February 18).

The players

Luka Doncic

The Lakers' star player and the NBA's leading scorer, who is sidelined with a left hamstring injury.

JJ Redick

The Lakers' head coach, who provided updates on Doncic's injury and recovery status.

Deandre Ayton

The Lakers' center who will miss Thursday's game with right knee soreness, but imaging showed no serious issues.

Austin Reaves

The Lakers' guard who will remain on a minutes restriction as he continues to return from a left calf strain.

Luke Kennard

The veteran sharpshooter who was recently traded to the Lakers and is still adjusting to the team's system.

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What they’re saying

“He's progressed really good. I think part of him, you know, wanted to push to get back part of the break, but, you know, we just got to be cautious with the soft tissue injuries. … We all feel comfortable with the decision to hold him out and should be good to go post-All-Star (break).”

— JJ Redick, Lakers Head Coach

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— JJ Redick, Lakers Head Coach

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