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Luka Doncic Misses First Two Semifinal Games Against Thunder

5/7/2026

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Luka Doncic will miss Game 1 as the Los Angeles Lakers open the Western Conference semifinal against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
He suffered a Grade 2 left hamstring strain on April 2, 2026, prompting doctors to estimate an eight-week recovery.
Insiders say he will miss Games 1 (May 5) and 2 (May 7) and will be evaluated before a return around May 28.

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Luka Doncic will miss Game 1 as the Los Angeles Lakers open the Western Conference semifinal against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
He suffered a Grade 2 left hamstring strain on April 2, 2026, prompting doctors to estimate an eight-week recovery.
Insiders say he will miss Games 1 (May 5) and 2 (May 7) and will be evaluated before a return around May 28.