“In That Territory of Joel Embiid”: Luka Doncic Called Out by Celtics Legend for Playoffs Absence

“In That Territory of Joel Embiid”: Luka Doncic Called Out by Celtics Legend for Playoffs Absence

Kendrick Perkins did not hesitate when Luka Doncic’s latest playoff injury came up. The former NBA champion said the Los Angeles Lakers star is drifting into the same conversation as Joel Embiid — brilliant enough to dominate a season, but increasingly unreliable when the postseason turns unforgiving. That is what made the timing so brutal. Doncic had just delivered one of the finest offensive years of his career, averaging 33.5 points, 8.3 assi…

Kendrick Perkins has harsh criticism of Lakers' Luka Doncic

ESPN NBA analyst Kendrick Perkins shared a harsh criticism of Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic after their postseason loss.

Lakers Question Causes Ex-NBA Big to Throw Shots at Luka Doncic, Joel Embiid

Former NBA big man Kendrick Perkins answered a key Lakers question by throwing shots at Luka Doncic and Joel Embiid.

'Lost His F*cking Mind,' 'Really Outdid Himself' -- NBA World Rips Kendrick Perkins' 'Disgusting' Luka Dončić-Joel Embiid Comparison

Kendrick Perkins draws backlash after comparing Luka Dončić to Joel Embiid following the Lakers superstar's absence from the 2026 playoffs.

Ex-NBA Star Makes Brutal Joel Embiid Comparison About Luka Doncic Amid Lakers’ Playoff Struggle

Joel Embiid and Luka Doncic (Photo by Imagn Images) What if Luka Doncic had been healthy enough to play for the Los Angeles Lakers during the playoffs? It’s a thought-provoking question that lingers in fans’ minds. Doncic suffered a Grade 2 left hamstring strain on April 2, 2026, and sadly, he did not return for the playoffs. Despite his absence, the Lakers showcased incredible resilience, eliminating the Houston Rockets in the first round, led …