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LeBron Injured as Lakers Struggle in Preseason Opener
10/5/2025
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Story summary
- LeBron James missed the Lakers' training camp opener with a glute injury.
- Luka Doncic participated fully.
- Coach JJ Redick emphasized cautious workloads for both players, prioritizing health.
- Doncic will skip the first two preseason games after EuroBasket.
- The Lakers lost 103-81 to the Phoenix Suns, with six preseason games remaining.
