LeBron James is currently battling a frustrating groin strain, while Rui Hachimura is nursing a knee injury, which has left the Lakers particularly vulnerable at the forward positions. Historically, injuries to star players tend to have a ripple effect that alters team dynamics and performance.

Injuries can dramatically affect a team’s success in any sport, and the Lakers are no exception. Luka Doncic, after a stellar performance against the Denver Nuggets, where he scored 31 points, 8 rebounds,

The Los Angeles Lakers are in the middle of another losing streak; they lost their third consecutive game after suffering a 118-106 loss to the Orlando Magic on Monday night. What’s most concerning is that this is their third straight loss by double digits,