INGLEWOOD — Luka Dončić has been ruled out of Wednesday night’s crosstown matchup against the LA Clippers because of back tightness.
The Lakers are playing the second night of a back-to-back after Tuesday’s 136-129 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers. Dončić scored 41 points with nine assists and five rebounds in the defeat.
His absence leaves Austin Reaves as the Lakers’ primary creator against the Clippers. Collin Sexton, Quentin Grimes and Jaden Hardy could also receive larger roles in the backcourt.
The Lakers have not announced a timetable for Dončić beyond Wednesday’s game.
The Lakers and Clippers tip off at 7:30 p.m. PT at Intuit Dome.
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