Luka Doncic will miss the remainder of the 2025-26 NBA regular season after suffering a Grade 2 strain in his left hamstring. He will travel to Europe for specialized medical treatment to accelerate his recovery. The Los Angeles Lakers were expected to make a deep playoff run this season with Luka Doncic as a key contributor. The Lakers are currently fifth in the Western Conference standings with a 38-31 record and a slim margin for error. No firm return date has been set for Luka Doncic, but the Lakers are reportedly optimistic about his chances of returning for the playoffs.