More details revealed about Doncic's injury treatment: Receiving injections in Spain, Reaves' condition more uncertain than his.

On April 7 Beijing time, renowned reporter Shams provided more details about Doncic's hamstring treatment on a program. It had previously been reported that he had traveled to Europe.

Shams stated on the program: "Currently, the Lakers' expectation is that both Doncic and Reaves will remain indefinitely sidelined upon entering the playoffs. However, a new development emerged this week, which I reported last night and can further elaborate on today — I have been informed that Doncic is currently in Spain. He traveled there specifically to receive injection treatment for his Grade 2 hamstring strain, hoping to promote healing and ultimately accelerate his return process.He is doing everything possible to get back on the court. We know a Grade 2 hamstring strain typically requires four to six weeks of recovery, and he is trying every method to shorten that timeframe slightly. At this point, we are unsure how effective this treatment will be or how much it can speed up recovery, but he is indeed pursuing it and is currently in Spain."

Shams also noted that Reaves' situation is different. He has a Grade 2 oblique strain and is expected to be sidelined for four to six weeks, meaning he is likely to miss most or even all of the first-round series. The team's goal is to have both players return.

Former NBA player Danny Green mentioned that he has experienced both types of injuries.

Green said: "I had an oblique injury in college, though not as severe as Grade 2, but I've had hamstring and calf strains. I'm not a doctor, but I can share my experience: a Grade 1 strain is a minor tear, while Grade 2 involves a more significant tear or multiple small tears, which is what Doncic has now. Moreover, he previously injured the same area; once a previous injury recurs, recovery time tends to be longer. Grade 1 strains usually take three to five weeks, Grade 2 generally five to seven weeks, and possibly even eight weeks."

"Personally, I believe Doncic can still return. I suspect he is receiving regenerative stem cell treatment overseas, which I have also done before. When Kobe was younger, he would go to Switzerland for similar treatments."

Shams added: "Spain also has top-tier facilities for such treatments. Additionally, he previously played for Real Madrid and has close relationships with many doctors there. He feels more comfortable there, and it's like a second home for him."

Green said: "Such treatments can indeed shorten recovery time by about a week. I've tried it myself, and it does help with certain injury recoveries. But realistically, he will need at least four to five weeks to return. If the Lakers can hold out longer, he might return in six to seven weeks."

Green also stated that oblique strains are truly agonizing; even laughing and using the bathroom can be painful, so Reaves is also facing a tough situation. "If 41-year-old James can lead the team to stabilize the situation, along with the returns of Smart and Ayton, and prolong the first-round series,Doncic still has a chance to return, while Reaves' outlook is less certain.."

Previously, James discussed his reaction upon hearing that Reaves also suffered a serious injury. He said: "I took a nap after training and woke up to see this news. It felt like a blow to the head. We all knew Reaves had been playing through injury and that he would undergo an MRI, but seeing the news was still a shock. I woke up, saw the report, and was just stunned. That's pretty much how it felt."