According to ESPN, the Lakers confirmed before the game that Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves will not play in today's matchup against the Trail Blazers.

Shams Charania reports that sources indicate Luka Doncic played a combined 77 minutes over his first two games back from injury, prompting the team to manage his minutes. Austin Reaves had previously played in every game, logging 38 minutes in the last victory. LeBron James (sciatica), Gabe Vincent (left ankle sprain), and Adou Thiero (left knee surgery) remain on the injury list.

The Lakers currently hold a 5-2 record, ranking third in the Western Conference. One of their two recent losses came against the Trail Blazers.