Skip Bayless criticizes JJ Redick for Luka Doncic's injury scare

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Last updated Nov 12, 2026

Skip Bayless criticizes JJ Redick for Luka Doncic's injury scare
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Luka Doncic experienced an injury scare during the Los Angeles Lakers' game against the Milwaukee Bucks. The incident occurred late in the fourth quarter when Doncic stepped awkwardly after a closeout from Kyle Kuzma. Following the Lakers' victory, Skip Bayless expressed discontent with JJ Redick for not removing Doncic from the game sooner, emphasizing the risk of injury in a blowout situation. Despite Doncic wanting to achieve his scoring milestone, Bayless suggested that Redick should have prioritized Doncic's health over personal stats. Tests on Doncic's ankle are expected to reveal the severity of the injury.

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  • •Doncic appeared to injure his ankle against the Bucks.
  • •Lakers secured a significant win to improve to 11-2.
  • •Skip Bayless criticized JJ Redick's decision to keep Doncic in the game.
  • •Doncic scored 32 points despite the closeout incident.
  • •Tests on Doncic's ankle are anticipated to determine the injury's seriousness.
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  • 9:45 AMYahoo Sports — ‘That’s enough’ – Skip Bayless slams JJ Redick for not trying to ‘save’ Luka Doncic from himself
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Luka Doncic suffered an injury scare against the Milwaukee Bucks, and Skip Bayless believes JJ Redick is to blame. Luka Doncic seemed to injure his ankle due to a dangerous closeout from Kyle Kuzma in the fourth quarter of a blowout win for the Los Angeles Lakers.

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