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Lakers weighing rotation depth as Doncic carries heavy early workload

A quick read on what changed — and what it means for the rotation.

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What happened

Luka Doncic said he believes he can sustain his 40.1-point pace, while the story notes his league-high workload and 35.9 minutes per game.

Los Angeles is 8-2 and first in the West, but JJ Redick’s deeper-roster plan faces a four-week stretch without a single two-day break.

LINEUP CONTEXT

If Doncic keeps carrying this usage, the Lakers may need Redick to trim his regular-season burden with more rotation support and occasional rest.

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