UPDATE: The Los Angeles Lakers will use their traditional court for tonight’s crucial NBA Cup matchup against the Dallas Mavericks after league technicians deemed the Lakers’ Cup court unplayable. This urgent decision was confirmed just hours before the game, as players expressed concerns over safety and performance on the slippery alternate court.
Earlier this week, during the Lakers’ game against the Los Angeles Clippers, multiple players reported hazardous conditions on the Cup court, describing it as “oily” and “dangerous.” Star player Luka Doncic noted, “I slipped a lot of times and you could see a lot of players slipped. And that’s dangerous, man.” Following Friday morning’s shootaround, teammate Rui Hachimura echoed these concerns, stating, “It just felt weird. Like oily, slippery. We’re going to do the normal court [tonight]. So, it will be fine.”
The Lakers’ Cup court is expected to undergo repairs and could be available for their potential quarterfinals matchup in the tournament, scheduled for either December 9 or December 10. This will be critical as the Lakers aim to secure their position in the competition.
As fans eagerly await the game, the focus will be on both teams’ performances on the safe and familiar hardwood. The Lakers are looking to capitalize on this change, hoping for a strong showing against the Mavericks, who have their own playoff ambitions.
Stay tuned for live updates and more developments as the game unfolds tonight at 7:30 PM PST. The urgency surrounding this announcement has made it a hot topic among fans and analysts alike, with many discussing the implications for player safety and performance in the high-stakes tournament.
This story is developing, and more information will be shared as it becomes available.
