Luka Dončić faced a stomach illness, causing him to vomit throughout the day, which raised concerns about his ability to play in Game 3 of the playoffs against the Minnesota Timberwolves, resulting in a 116-104 loss for the Los Angeles Lakers. Despite his struggles, Dončić managed to score 17 points in 40 minutes, but teammate Dorian Finney-Smith noted his pale appearance and fatigue. Coach JJ Redick expressed hope for Dončić’s recovery before Game 4, while also considering changes to address the Lakers’ defensive issues in the paint.
