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Doncic, who currently leads the NBA in scoring with an average of 36.0 points per game, is coming off a high-intensity performance in Tuesday's 136-129 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers. Despite contributing 41 points in that outing, the physical toll of the back-to-back schedule has forced the team to sideline their primary offensive weapon for the midweek encounter.
Personnel changes impact both rosters
In addition to the absence of their leading scorer, the Lakers will also be without starter Ziaire Williams. The team reported that Williams is dealing with soreness in his left foot, further thinning the rotation for the visitors as they navigate the second night of a back-to-back set.
The Clippers are also managing their own injury concerns heading into the game. Forward
