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Is Luka Doncic playing tonight? The latest on Lakers star's injury

January 13, 2026

Story byIs Luka Doncic playing tonight? The latest on Lakers star's injuryAndrés Soto, USA TODAYTue, January 13, 2026 at 8:45 PM UTC·2 min readLuka Dončić 's 40-ball wasn't enough to keep the Los Angeles Lakers from dropping their third consecutive game on Monday in a disappointing 124-112 loss to the Sacramento Kings. To add injury to insult, the Lakers may be without Dončić for Tuesday's game against the Atlanta Hawks. Dončić reportedly injured his groin/inner thigh area while warming up on Monday, but ultimately played through it.

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With the Hawks game being the second night of a back-to-back, it may make sense for the Lakers to sit their star, even just as a precaution. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementHere's everything you need to know about Luka Dončić's status vs.
the Hawks on Tuesday:Luka Doncic of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts during warmsups prior to the game against the Golden State Warriors at Crypto. com Arena on Oct.
21, 2025 in Los Angeles. Luka Doncic of the Los Angeles Lakers warms up prior to the game against the Golden State Warriors at Crypto. com Arena on Oct.
21, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif. Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic against the Phoenix Suns during an NBA preseason game at Mortgage Matchup Center on Oct.
14, 2025. Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic reacts after a play during the fourth quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Crypto. com Arena on Feb.

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