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Luka Doncic announces that he is 100% healthy ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season

The Lakers can expect a fully fit Luka Doncic leading the charge in the 2026-27 season.

Luka Doncic announces that he is 100% healthy ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season

Luka Doncic has declared himself fully healthy ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season, as reported by The Sporting News. Following his impressive performance throughout the 2025-26 season, the talented player suffered a hamstring injury that sidelined him during the postseason. Despite this setback, Doncic has taken ample time to fully recover, stating that his recovery went "great" and that he is now "100% healthy."

The injury had been a consistent issue for Doncic throughout his time in Lakers uniform, but now that LeBron James has departed, the 24-year-old is fully focused on leading the team. Doncic's recovery process included a break from basketball during the offseason, which has proven beneficial for his overall well-being. With his return to full health, the Los Angeles Lakers are now in capable hands, as Doncic has emerged as one of the most dominant players in the league.

His performance last year was on par with the MVP-level players Nikola Jokic and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and he will undoubtedly play a pivotal role in the team's success in the upcoming season.

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