The Lakers will not use their slippery special NBA Cup court for a group stage game against the Mavericks, as concerns were raised about player safety after Luka Doncic’s remarks on the surface. Deandre Ayton is available to play after recovering from a knee contusion, while Anthony Davis makes his anticipated return, but Marcus Smart is doubtful due to back spasms.
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