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Luka scratched vs. Pistons due to lower back tightness

Luka Doncic's historically great start to the season has been slowed for Sunday as he was ruled out against the Pistons due to lower back tightness.

Published: Sunday, 8 November 2026 at 6:37 PM
Luka scratched vs. Pistons due to lower back tightness
Key Things to Know
  • Luka Doncic was ruled out against the Detroit Pistons due to lower back tightness.
  • Doncic leads the NBA in scoring, averaging 40.1 points alongside 7.8 rebounds and 7.7 assists per game.
  • The game marks the start of a four-game road trip for the 8-2 Los Angeles Lakers.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Luka Doncic was ruled out of Sunday's game against the Detroit Pistons due to tightness in his lower back. The absence leaves the Los Angeles Lakers without the NBA's leading scorer for the opening matchup of a four-game road trip.

Doncic has averaged 40.1 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 7.7 assists per game this season, leading the Lakers to an 8-2 record. Meanwhile, the Pistons announced that All-Star center Jalen Duren will be reevaluated in two weeks due to a right hamstring strain.

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