The excitement around Doncic’s post was well-earned. In just 32 minutes of play, the Lakers star racked up 31 points, nine rebound and seven assists.His explosive start set the tone for the game, as he scored 21 points, per AP News, in the first quarter alone, electrifying the crowd at Crypto Arena.

Luka Doncic leads the Lakers in points as he lets loose for 20 points in the first quarter vs. the Nuggets.

The Milwaukee Bucks and Los Angeles Lakers play tonight, but the stars are out injured. Who is playing for each team?

Damian Lillard was ruled out of the Milwaukee Bucks' game against the Lakers in Los Angeles on Thursday night due to a calf injury. The 34-year-old Lillard had initially been listed on the injury report as dealing with right groin soreness.

Both of Milwaukee's nine-time All-Stars landed on the team's injury report for a critical contest against Los Angeles on Thursday.

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Analyzing Thursday’s Milwaukee Bucks at Los Angeles Lakers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Lakers are a game behind Denver and Houston at 42-25 and needs a victory Wednesday to avoid losing the head-to-head tiebreaker with the Nuggets. Like Denver, Los Angeles lost