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Lakers drop Warriors as Luka Doncic misses due to injury

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February 8, 2026

Feb 7, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) controls the ball against Golden State Warriors guard Will Richard (3) during the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

The Los Angeles Lakers will be without Luka Doncic for some time as he deals with a mild left hamstring strain. He’s officially listed as day-to-day.

This wasn’t much of a problem for LA as they faced a Golden State Warriors team without stars Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler. The Lakers used a 38-point third quarter to gain enough momentum to hold off the Warriors in a 105-99 victory.

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LeBron James led the way for LA with 20 points, seven rebounds, and 10 assists. He shot 6-17 from the field. Austin Reaves added 16 points and eight assists.

The Lakers are hoping Doncic doesn’t miss too much time as they don’t want to wear down 41-year-old LeBron, before the postseason begins.

About the Author Published Feb 8, 2026

TITAN FREY

Titan Frey is a dedicated father to three wonderful children, whom he takes immense pride in. His passions include reading, writing, basketball, both playing and watching, and playing chess. Titan spent five years working as a journalist for the basketball website fadeawayworld.net, where he served as editor-in-chief for four and a half years. One of his most notable achievements was interviewing Chuck Cooper III, the son of Chuck Cooper, the first African American ever drafted by an NBA team, and writing a biography that has been praised as the most definitive article about Cooper’s legacy. Titan is the author of more than ten novels and the screenwriter of three produced short films. His newest young adult novel, Echoes of the Hardwood: Braxton Foxworthy’s Time‑Travelling Book Report, blends basketball history with heartfelt storytelling and is now available. Order here: https://a.co/d/bo7BYz1