Luka Doncic Injury Status Update for November 8th, 2026
Luka Doncic of the Lakers has been ruled out and will not play today. Luka was previously listed as Questionable before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 2nd game Luka has missed this season.
Luka Doncic Season Averages
Luka's absence leaves a significant hole in the Lakers rotation. Across 9 games this season, he's averaging 40.1 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 7.7 assists per game while playing 35.9 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35.9 | 40.1 | 7.8 | 7.7 | 24.6 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without Luka Doncic?
When Luka sits, other Lakers players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, Sandro Mamukelashvili and Collin Sexton stand to benefit the most from his absence.
When Luka has been out this season, Sandro Mamukelashvili has averaged 4.7 more points per game, 8.9 additional field goal attempts, 7.8 extra minutes and 4.0 more rebounds.
PPG: +4.7 | FGA: +8.9 | MPG: +7.8 | RPG: +4.0
When Luka has been out this season, Collin Sexton has averaged 13.9 more points per game, 3.6 additional field goal attempts, 5.3 extra minutes and 2.4 more rebounds.
PPG: +13.9 | FGA: +3.6 | MPG: +5.3 | RPG: +2.4
Full Injury Report — Luka Doncic's Game
Here's the complete injury report for tonight's game. Both teams have key players dealing with various ailments heading into this one:
Lakers @ Pistons - November 8, 2026 Los Angeles Lakers: Luka Doncic (Out) Detroit Pistons: Jalen Duren (Out)
We'll continue to monitor Luka's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Lakers.