Ric Flair gets backlash for ripping injured Lakers star Luka Doncic
Ric Flair criticized Luka Doncic for being sidelined with an injury, suggesting he take cortisone and play through pain. Doncic responded by saying it's frustrating to be injured and watch his team play.
Ric Flair, a legendary professional wrestler, faced backlash for criticizing Luka Doncic, who has been sidelined with a Grade 2 hamstring injury. Flair suggested Doncic take cortisone and play through pain, saying, "They Are Paying You 50 Million A Year, And You're Not There!" The Lakers trailed the Oklahoma City Thunder 1-0 in the Western Conference semifinals. Doncic later told reporters it's frustrating to be injured and watch his team play. He expressed pride in his team's efforts despite being unable to play. Flair's comments coincided with the Lakers' 108-90 loss to the Thunder in Game 1.
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