UPDATE: The Los Angeles Lakers will play on their traditional court for the highly anticipated NBA Cup matchup against the Dallas Mavericks tonight. This decision comes after technicians from the league’s court vendor deemed the Lakers’ Cup court unplayable due to safety concerns, team sources confirmed.
Fans can expect the game to tip off at 7:00 PM PST at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. The alternate court, which faced criticism for being slippery, will undergo repairs and is expected to be ready should the Lakers advance to the quarterfinals, slated for either December 9 or December 10.
Players voiced their concerns following Tuesday’s victory over the Clippers, the first game played on the alternate court this season. Mavericks star Luka Doncic expressed frustration, stating, “It’s just slippery. I slipped a lot of times, and you could see a lot of players slipped. And that’s dangerous, man.”
Lakers forward Rui Hachimura echoed these sentiments during Friday morning’s shootaround, saying, “That was bad. I felt it right away. It just felt weird. Like oily, slippery. We’re going to do the normal court [tonight]. So, it will be fine.”
The Lakers aim to build on their momentum from the recent win against the Clippers, as they finish group play in the NBA Cup. The stakes are high, and with the court condition resolved, both teams will be eager to perform at their best.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as the game approaches. Fans are encouraged to share their thoughts on social media, especially regarding the court change and its potential impact on the game.
