Luka Dončić Celebrates Birthday with Lakers-Warriors Showdown
By 247sports.news Staff | Updated Sunday, March 1, 2026
Game Day Overview
The Los Angeles Lakers (34-24) are set to clash with the Golden State Warriors (31-28) on Saturday night, with all eyes on Luka Dončić as he celebrates his 27th birthday. The game, scheduled for 8:30 p.m. EST, will be broadcast on ABC.
Los Angeles is currently on a three-game losing streak, with their recent defeats coming by narrow margins. The Warriors are looking to regain momentum after a recent stretch of inconsistent play.
Dončić’s Birthday Streak
Saturday’s game marks just the sixth time in his eight-year career that Dončić will play on his birthday. Remarkably, he has scored 30 or more points in each of his last three birthday games:
- 2023: 39 points
- 2024: 30 points
- 2025: 31 points
Lakers wishing Luka a happy birthday before taking on the Warriors 🥳
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@Lakers via @ESPNNBA on Twitter
Dončić is currently averaging a league-high 32.7 points per game, along with 7.8 rebounds, 8.6 assists, and 1.4 steals. He’s shooting 47.0% from the field and 35.7% from beyond the three-point line.
Other NBA Results
Heat Defeat Rockets
Earlier on Saturday, the Miami Heat defeated the Houston Rockets 115-105. Seven Heat players scored in double figures, led by Bam Adebayo’s 24 points and 11 rebounds.
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Hornets Continue Hot Streak
The Charlotte Hornets continued their strong recent form with a 109-93 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers. This win marks their 13th in the last 16 games.
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Injury Report
Luka Dončić is available to play for the Lakers. Steph Curry will miss the game for the Warriors due to a continuing knee injury.
FAQ
Is Luka Dončić playing tonight?
Yes, Luka Dončić is expected to play in the Lakers’ game against the Warriors.
What time does the Lakers-Warriors game start?
The game is scheduled to tip off at 8:30 p.m. EST.
Where can I watch the game?
The game will be broadcast on ABC.