The Los Angeles Lakers have a major Luka Dončić update as they begin a daunting five-game homestand against the Phoenix Suns.

New Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic addressed his availability for game against the Denver Nuggets—will he play? Los Angeles Lakers take on the Denver Nuggets on Friday night in what promises to be an exciting matchup.

On Friday night, the Los Angeles Lakers will be in Denver to play the Nuggets. However, they will be without one of their best players, as Luka Doncic has been ruled out. Via ESPN's Dave McMenamin: "Luka Doncic is out tonight in Denver" Many people reacted to the news on social media.

Luka Doncic had 33 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists, and the Los Angeles Lakers snapped their four-game losing streak with a 107-96 victory over the Phoenix Suns.

Since joining the Lakers, Doncic is averaging 23.8 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 8.1 assists. He's also shooting 40 percent from the field and 30.5 percent from beyond the 3-point line. More Boston Celtics news: Celtics vs Lakers Matchup Marks Surprising Feat Over 16 Years in the Making