Luka Doncic Could Make His LA Lakers Debut On Saturday

Luka Doncic could make his debut with the Los Angeles Lakers on Saturday, coach JJ Redick said on Wednesday.

Doncic participated in his first practice with the Lakers since joining the team in a stunning trade with Dallas last weekend. The Slovenian superstar hadn’t played for the Mavericks since he strained his left calf on Christmas Day.

Doncic won’t play when the Lakers open a three-game homestand against the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night, but last season’s NBA scoring champion has a good chance to return when the Lakers host the Indiana Pacers on Saturday or the Utah Jazz on Monday night.