"Luka Doncic, still getting specialized treatment in Europe for his Grade 2 left hamstring strain, is a long shot to return during the first round of the playoffs."
"Between Doncic and Austin Reaves, who is out with a Grade 2 left oblique strain, the Lakers have lost their two leading scorers and an average of 56.8 points per game."
"The playoffs, to me, are all about resiliency. You're playing one opponent in the playoffs and there's a bunch of things that are gonna happen, some good, some bad."
The Lakers are entering the playoffs without Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, their top scorers, due to injuries. Doncic is receiving treatment for a hamstring strain, while Reaves is out with an oblique strain. Despite losing the No. 3 seed, the Lakers secured home-court advantage by winning their last three games. Coach JJ Redick emphasizes the importance of resiliency in the playoffs, highlighting the need to adapt to various challenges throughout the series against the Rockets.
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