In a thrilling contest on February 25th, Luka Dončić etched his name into Lakers’ lore, recording a 19-point, 15-rebound, and 12-assist triple-double to power his new team to a 107-99 victory over the Dallas Mavericks.
The Slovenian star, in only his fifth game for LA, showed his all-around brilliance despite a subpar shooting night at the Crypto.com Arena.
Motivated by his recent trade from Dallas, Dončić made his presence felt both on offense and defense, including three steals and two blocks.
Though his shooting was off, he contributed immensely to the success of LeBron James (27 points, 12 rebounds), the Lakers’ other marquee star.
His intense focus was clear when he turned to Mavericks’ bench after hitting a clutch three-pointer, adding a touch of drama to an already tense game.
Off the court, Dončić showed his generosity, partnering with Jordan Brand to cover parking fees for fans attending the game. His emotion was palpable.
