Luka Dončić Cleared to Play Despite Ankle Injury

Luka Dončić of the Los Angeles Lakers is currently questionable for the upcoming game against the Chicago Bulls due to an ankle injury, having missed the previous game against the Milwaukee Bucks. Despite this setback, Dončić recently showcased his skills by scoring 31 points in a victory against the Denver Nuggets, where he also joined an exclusive NBA list for under-26 players with over 30-point games. His performance has been impressive, averaging 26.2 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 8.1 assists since joining the Lakers. Dončić's latest injury update indicates that he was cleared to play against the Nuggets, but it's unclear how his ankle will affect his participation moving forward. With the Lakers' playoff hopes on the line, the team may need to rely on other players like Jordan Goodwin and Shake Milton if Dončić cannot play. The situation remains fluid as the team prepares for their next matchup.