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Lakers Coach JJ Redick Gives Encouraging Update on Luka Doncic’s Injury

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick shared a promising update on Luka Doncic‘s injury ahead of Friday’s game against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Doncic was favoring his right groin late in the Lakers’ opening night loss to the Golden State Warriors. According to ESPN’s Dave McMenamin, coach JJ Redick told reporters after Wednesday’s practice that Doncic was a full participant. Redick described the injury as minor, but the Slovenian superstar did undergo treatment.

“He seems to be fine. I don’t think it’s anything major. He got some treatment this morning, and we didn’t practice long, but he was a participant in practice,” Redick said.

This was an encouraging update, considering Doncic’s previous issues with muscle-related injuries last season. He underwent a different offseason regimen this past summer, focusing on his body, health, and conditioning. The hard work and dedication paid off based on how well Doncic performed for Slovenia at the 2025 EuroBasket.

He also looked fantastic in the Lakers’ season opener against the Warriors, finishing with 43 points, 12 rebounds, and nine assists. However, it wasn’t enough to prevent a 119-109 defeat.

### Doncic Downplays Injury

Speaking at the postgame press conference on Tuesday, Luka Doncic was asked about his injury and whether it was serious. Doncic downplayed the issue and called it “nothing.” He said it was a hip issue but sounded very optimistic.

“It’s probably nothing. Just felt it a little bit because my hip went (the opposite) way. Felt it a little bit, but it’s probably nothing,” Doncic said.

Obviously, some Lakers fans were concerned to see Doncic uncomfortable and in pain. The franchise has heavily invested in “The Don” this offseason, signing him to a three-year, $165 million extension, according to Spotrac.

The Lakers were already without LeBron James, who has been dealing with sciatica since late July to early August. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported earlier this week that James is targeting a return to action by mid-November.

According to Fox Sports, Doncic has had multiple injuries to his calf, knee, back, ankle, groin, and quad since December 25, 2024.

### Lakers’ Depth In Question

The Lakers entered the 2025-26 NBA season filled with hope after Luka Doncic signed an extension and LeBron James opted into the final year of his contract. However, CBS Sports’ Brad Botkin pointed out after the Lakers’ opening night loss to the Warriors that the team’s depth isn’t strong.

With James out, coach JJ Redick cannot solely rely on Doncic and Austin Reaves for the majority of their offense.

“You simply cannot rely on two dudes combining for 69 points, 18 assists and 17 rebounds while logging a combined 76 minutes, especially if you’re still losing the game. Those are not sustainable numbers through any lens,” Botkin wrote.

Redick will have to find ways to get their role players going, especially Rui Hachimura and Gabe Vincent, who both started against the Warriors. Hachimura had nine points in 36 minutes, while Vincent produced just two points in 29 minutes.

The Lakers’ ability to find additional contributors will be crucial as they navigate the challenges of the season without their star players at full health.
https://heavy.com/sports/nba/los-angeles-lakers/jj-redick-update-luka-doncic-injury/

Lions Lose Veteran Linebacker Immediately After He Returns From Injury

The Detroit Lions waited three weeks to get veteran linebacker Zach Cunningham back after a serious injury, but now he will be sidelined for at least a month—and potentially the entire season.

The team placed Cunningham on injured reserve following a hamstring injury he suffered in last week’s win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Cunningham had just returned from a three-week absence due to another hamstring injury, making this latest setback a significant blow to his season and the team.

### Lions Lose Key Depth

Cunningham was ruled out to return last weekend during the Lions’ 24-9 victory over the conference-leading Buccaneers due to the hamstring injury. As Jeff Risdon of USA Today’s Lions Wire noted, this loss removes a key special teams player and situational defender from the roster.

“There is no indication if Cunningham, who plays primarily on special teams but has also worked in short-yardage and red zone packages throughout the season, will be able to return in 2024,” Risdon wrote. “The Lions facility is closed and staff are off until next week. For the year, the 30-year-old has seven tackles and one tackle for loss (TFL).”

Cunningham joined the Lions as a free agent this offseason, adding veteran experience to the linebacking corps. The 30-year-old has appeared in 106 NFL games with 86 starts, accumulating 716 total tackles over his career. This season, he has played a limited role in Detroit, featuring in four games with seven total tackles.

### Backups Come Through in the Secondary

The Lions have already faced numerous challenges on defense, particularly in the secondary. Several cornerbacks have been sidelined due to injury, and safety Brian Branch served a one-game suspension after sparking a skirmish during the team’s loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.

Despite these setbacks, the Lions employed what head coach Dan Campbell referred to as their “Who?” secondary against the Buccaneers. Remarkably, they held Tampa Bay’s potent offense to just nine points, showcasing the resilience and depth of the team’s backup players.

As the season progresses, the Lions will need continued contributions from their depth players to navigate these injury hurdles and maintain competitive performances on defense.
https://heavy.com/sports/nfl/detroit-lions/lions-zach-cunningham-injured-reserve/

Saints make flurry of moves after Week 7 injuries

The 2025 season has been another disappointing campaign for the New Orleans Saints. Entering the year with no real expectations, the outlook has now dimmed even further, with predictions suggesting the team will win three games or fewer this season. Currently, the Saints hold a 1-6 record as they prepare to face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 8.

A recent injury update has dealt a significant blow to the Saints’ offense. The team has placed center Erik McCoy and running back Kendre Miller on season-ending Injured Reserve. To address the gaps, the Saints have signed running back Velus Jones Jr. to their active roster from the practice squad and added running back Audric Estimé to the practice squad.

Erik McCoy, a Texas A&M product, was playing like one of the top centers in the league this season. Unfortunately, he suffered a biceps injury during the loss to the Chicago Bears, ruling him out for the remainder of the year. Given his elite performance despite the team’s struggles, McCoy was potentially a trade candidate ahead of the NFL Trade Deadline.

Running back Kendre Miller, who hails from TCU and was part of their national title appearance, has also been sidelined with a torn ACL. His absence is a severe setback for New Orleans’ offense. Miller served as the primary backup to Alvin Kamara, and with him out, the team will need to look to Devin Neal to share the workload. Before the injury, Miller carried the ball 47 times for 193 yards and one touchdown, averaging 4.1 yards per carry over seven games. Miller’s injury history adds to the concern, as he has yet to play more than eight games in a single season. The hope remains that he can recover fully and return stronger in the future.

The addition of Audric Estimé, a former Denver Broncos running back, provides some depth but the Saints’ offense still faces an uphill battle for the remainder of the season.

Overall, with key offensive players sidelined and a tough schedule ahead, the Saints will need resilience and adjustments to salvage what remains of their 2025 campaign.
https://clutchpoints.com/nfl/new-orleans-saints/saints-news-new-orleans-makes-flurry-of-moves-after-week-7-injuries

Major WWE star injured on SmackDown; to address situation on NXT

A popular WWE Superstar is set to address their injury situation tonight on NXT.

The star in question recently competed in a high-stakes title match this past Friday night on SmackDown.

Fans can expect an in-depth update on their condition and what it means for their wrestling future during tonight’s episode. Stay tuned for more details following the announcement.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/wwe/news-major-wwe-star-injured-smackdown-address-situation-nxt

Golden Knights captain Mark Stone considered week-to-week due to wrist injury

Vegas Golden Knights captain Mark Stone is considered week-to-week with a wrist injury, coach Bruce Cassidy said Monday. Stone was injured in the third period of the Golden Knights’ 6-1 win over Calgary on Saturday.

This season, Stone has accumulated 13 points (two goals, 11 assists), just two points behind teammate and NHL leader Jack Eichel, who leads with 15 points.

“I feel for him,” Cassidy said. “He’s always bounced back well, that’s the good news. When we do get him back, whether that’s short, medium, or long term, we don’t know yet.”

In Stone’s absence, Brandon Saad will move to the top line, joining Eichel and Ivan Barbashev, who will shift to right wing. On the power play, Stone had contributed eight points, helping Vegas rank second in the league.

Mitch Marner will take over Stone’s role at the goal line on the power play, while defenseman Shea Theodore will be promoted to the top unit.

The Knights, currently holding a 4-0-2 record, are preparing for their toughest test of the young season. They will face the undefeated Carolina Hurricanes (5-0-0) at home, despite being short-handed among their forward lines and blue line.

Stone joins forward Brett Howden and defenseman Noah Hanifin on the injured list. Howden, sidelined with a lower-body injury, has resumed skating but will not be available against the Hurricanes. Hanifin remains out with an undisclosed injury and has not resumed skating since Vegas’ 6-5 shootout loss to Los Angeles in the season opener.
http://lasvegassun.com//news/2025/oct/20/golden-knights-captain-mark-stone-considered-week/

Auburn’s Hugh Freeze problems just got worse with season-ending injury update

The Auburn Tigers’ struggles continue to mount after falling to No. 16 Missouri Tigers 23-17 in double overtime on Saturday, dropping to 0-4 in SEC play.

After the loss, head coach Hugh Freeze called the defeat “sickening” given how close Auburn came to pulling off the upset.

Now, Freeze faces an even bigger challenge following a season-ending injury update that further complicates Auburn’s path forward.

The Tigers will need to regroup quickly as the SEC slate grows tougher, with pressure mounting on Freeze to turn the program around.

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https://clutchpoints.com/ncaa-football/auburn-football-news-hugh-freeze-problems-worse-season-ending-injury

Gritty Archers rally to stall Warriors’ upset bid

Down goes another Archer. Just three days after Mason Amos’ unfortunate MCL injury in the Green Archers’ loss to National University, La Salle has been forced to deal with another key manpower issue.

Kean Baclaan went down with a knee injury in the fourth quarter of a tight duel against the University of the [opponent name missing]. This latest setback adds to the challenges faced by the Green Archers as they strive to remain competitive despite their injury woes.
https://sports.inquirer.net/644448/gritty-archers-rally-to-stall-warriors-upset-bid

UAAP: Mason Amos injury adds woes to struggling La Salle

UAAP Season 88 Basketball Tournament – First Round

MANILA, Philippines — La Salle is hoping for the best after forward Mason Amos went down with a knee injury during their loss to National University on Sunday.

Amos collided with the Bulldogs’ Gelo Tolentino at the 6:51 mark of the fourth quarter and stayed down on the floor, raising concerns about the severity of his injury.

https://sports.inquirer.net/643927/uaap-mason-amos-injury-adds-woes-to-struggling-la-salle

Cowboys are down at least 3 offensive linemen, and maybe 4, against Jets

FRISCO, Texas (AP) — The Dallas Cowboys will be without at least three starters on their offensive line, and possibly four, when they visit the New York Jets.

Left tackle Tyler Guyton is in the concussion protocol and was ruled out of Sunday’s game, sidelining him along with center Cooper Beebe (foot) and rookie right guard Tyler Booker (high ankle sprain). Standout left guard Tyler Smith is questionable with a knee injury, having not practiced all week. The only healthy starter remaining on the line is right tackle Terence Steele.

Nate Thomas will start in Guyton’s place. This will be the first career start for the second-year player, who missed his entire rookie season with a knee injury. Brock Hoffman will start in place of Beebe, who is on injured reserve and will miss the third of at least four games. Booker will be out for the second week in a row. T.J. Bass replaced Booker in last week’s 40-40 tie with Green Bay. If Smith can’t play, Bass may move to left guard, with either Trevor Keegan or Hakeem Adeniji likely filling the fifth starting spot on the line.

In addition to the offensive line injuries, the Cowboys will be without receiver and kick returner KaVontae Turpin, who has been ruled out with a foot injury. No. 1 receiver CeeDee Lamb will miss his second game due to a high ankle sprain.

Dallas will also be without a fifth starter on defense—safety Malik Hooker, who injured a toe against the Packers. It appears Hooker will miss multiple games.

Running back Miles Sanders is questionable with knee and ankle injuries, opening the door for rookie Jaydon Blue to be active for the first time.

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https://wtop.com/nfl/2025/10/cowboys-are-down-at-least-3-offensive-linemen-and-maybe-4-against-jets/