Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Dončić is trending in the right direction for the team's Christmas Day game against the Houston Rockets.

While it appears likely that the Lakers star will play on Christmas Day, some other fantasy-relevant players are facing extended absences.

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The Los Angeles Lakers' run of blowout losses hit three on Christmas Day after they fell at home to the Houston Rockets, 119-96.

Special Monday Night Nationwide Doubleheader on NBC and Peacock on Dec. 29 Begins with Victor Wembanyama and Spurs Hosting Donovan Mitchell and Cavaliers at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT

Jordan Brand unveils the Luka 5, Luka Dončić’s most advanced signature shoe yet, built for control, pace, and elite on-court movement.

Luka Dončić drops 1st 40-point triple-double as a Laker, impressing LeBron James, who scored 28 points of his own on Thursday.

Los Angeles Lakers teammates Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves have a unique friendship where they routinely make fun of one another in jest, something that's been apparent during numerous interviews.