Los Angeles Defeats Dallas in High-Scoring Battle
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Austin Reaves led the Los Angeles Lakers with 38 points, while Luka Doncic delivered 35 points and 11 assists in his third matchup against his former team. The game featured nonstop offense and several lead changes before the Lakers took control late in the fourth quarter.
Key Performers
- Austin Reaves: 38 points, including several clutch shots in the final minutes.
- Luka Doncic: 35 points and 11 assists, dominating early but cooling off in the last stretch.
- Anthony Davis: Contributed 22 points, 13 rebounds, and key defensive stops inside.
- Kyrie Irving: Added 28 points for Dallas, keeping them competitive until the end.
Game Summary
The Lakers opened strong, leaning on Reaves’ hot shooting to gain an early advantage. Dallas responded behind Doncic’s playmaking, narrowing the gap at halftime. In the final quarter, Los Angeles surged again, capitalizing on turnovers and controlling the boards.
Head coach Darvin Ham praised his lineup’s composure:
"We stayed patient, trusted the ball movement, and executed when it mattered most."
Doncic acknowledged the challenge of facing his former squad:
"It’s always emotional, but you have to stay focused and compete."
What’s Next
The Lakers improved their home record and look ahead to a road trip through the Western Conference, while the Mavericks regroup to host their next opponent in Dallas.
Final Score: Los Angeles Lakers 124, Dallas Mavericks 117
Author Summary: Reaves’ career-high performance powered the Lakers past the Mavericks, overcoming Doncic’s strong outing in a tense and entertaining Western clash.
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