What happened: Luka Doncic will not play Sunday against the Detroit Pistons due to back tightness. Los Angeles had listed him as questionable before ruling him out ahead of tipoff.

Why it matters: The absence tests Los Angeles as both teams enter Sunday sitting third in their respective conferences. The Lakers have won four straight games to reach 8-2, while the Pistons stand at 6-2 through eight games.

What to watch: Los Angeles and Detroit tip off Sunday night. The Lakers will monitor Doncic's status ahead of their next contest.