When the Los Angeles Lakers meet the Phoenix Suns tonight, they will wish to walk past the first game memory of the 103-81 loss. With LeBron James sidelined for a good 6 weeks due to a sciatica injury, the team will have to rely on Luka Doncic from now until the first few weeks of the regular season. Doncic recently addressed the team’s approach to handling key absences, quoting “At the end of the day, our mentality needs to be next man up.” Which sets the stage, will JJ Redick risk his other star?

With just 3 more preseason games left, the Lakers will want their best man to get into the NBA rhythm. Luka Doncic will make his preseason debut tonight against the Phoenix Suns. Coach JJ Redick outlined the simple plan for Doncic’s return, joking, “Give him the ball.” Doncic is expected to

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