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Luka Doncic is now with the LA Lakers, as his seven-long tenure with the Dallas Mavericks came to an end. On Saturday, February 1, the National Basketball Association (NBA) community was left in shock after the historic deal. The five-time All-Star will now share the court as teammates with LeBron James for one of the most storied franchises in the sport's history.
When will Luka Doncic make his debut for LA Lakers? date revealed
Luka Doncic is currently recovering from a left calf strain he suffered during last year's match against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Christmas Day. According to reports, Doncic might make his return on February 8.
After the historic three-team trade happened, fans were eager to know when will they get to see the 25-year-old make his debut for the Lakers. However, the deal is still yet to be officially announced as Doncic's first game for the Lakers might have to wait a little longer.
Keeping in mind his recovery and the schedule of the Lakers, Doncic might eye a return in the second week of February. The team would be hoping would he recovers well in time and gets to play his first game at the Crypto.com Arena in front of the home fans.
With a three-game homestand nearing, LeBron James' led Lakers will take on the Golden State Warriors on February 6, then the Indiana Pacers on February 8 and the Utah Jazz on February 10. If everything stays the way it is and barring any last-minute setbacks, Doncic might make a return to the court against either the Pacers or the Jazz.
The career of Luka Doncic at Dallas Mavericks
Doncic played 422 regular season games for the Dallas Mavericks in his seven-year-long tenure. He averaged 28.6 points on 47.0% shooting from the field, which included 34.8% from the 3-point mark. He also registered 8.7 rebounds, 8.3 assists and 1.2 steals per game. During his seven years with the Mavericks, Doncic won five All-Star selections, five All-NBA First Team honors and won the 2024 scoring title.
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