Luka Dončić Out to Start Lakers–Thunder Series After Hamstring Strain

Overview

• Shams Charania said Sunday that Dončić will miss the start against Oklahoma City with a week-to-week timetable.
• Head coach JJ Redick gave “No update” after Sunday practice, noting Dončić remains the only Laker not available.
• His on-court work is limited to light shooting and stationary drills without full-speed running or contact.
• A Slovenian report relayed by Heavy floated a hoped-for Game 4 return on May 11, yet labeled that timeline premature.
• Grade 2 hamstring strains often keep players out four to six weeks, placing a May 11 return near the cautious end of that range.