Doncic and James Shine in Lakers’ Victory over Clippers
In an exciting encounter between city rivals, Luka Doncic led the Lakers with a stellar performance, while LeBron James also left his mark on the court.
Doncic scored 43 points, 13 assists and nine rebounds, tying his season high with 32 points in the first half. This performance marked his 51st game with at least 40 points.
LeBron James contributed 25 points, showing flashes of his best form in his twenty-third season in the NBA.
The Lakers secured their fifth consecutive victory, surpassing the Clippers with a score of 135-118. This victory also secured them a place in the next phase of the tournament.
Austin Reaves was another key player for the Lakers, scoring 31 points and nine rebounds.
From the Clippers, James Harden stood out with 29 points and nine assists, while Kawhi Leonard contributed 19 points in his second game after an absence due to injury.
The game intensified in the final quarter, when the Clippers’ Kris Dunn was ejected after an altercation with Doncic.
Doncic started the game at an impressive pace, scoring 20 points in the first eight minutes, including five consecutive three-pointers.
