Luka Dončić injures ankle as Lakers down Bucks 123-112
Dončić scored 32 points in a 123-112 victory on November 12, 2026, but left late after twisting his right ankle.
Los Angeles Lakers extended their winning streak to seven games by beating the Milwaukee Bucks 123-112 on November 12, 2026 — but the celebration in Los Angeles was marred when Luka Dončić appeared to suffer a right-ankle injury in the closing minutes.
The victory moved the Lakers to a league-leading 11-2, while the Bucks dropped to 1-11 after their eighth straight defeat.
Late-game incident
The home side carried a commanding 111-90 lead with 4:25 left on the clock, but the tone changed in the final moments. Dončić knocked down a three-pointer and, on the ensuing play, awkwardly stepped on Kyle Kuzma’s foot and twisted his right ankle. Despite the pain, he stayed on the floor to take the additional free throw before heading directly to the locker room.
On social media an account noted: "Luka Doncic appeared to injure his ankle on this and-one bucket after a foul by Kyle Kuzma. He stayed in to attempt the free throw before heading to the locker room." — ESPN (@espn) November 12, 2026
Through 32 minutes, Dončić delivered another MVP-caliber performance, finishing with 32 points, five rebounds and five assists.
After the game the focus within the Lakers organization was squarely on the condition of their star rather than standings; medical updates are expected once the team reports on his condition.
Photo: press material from the event
