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Doncic’s 52 Powers Lakers’ Comeback Win Over Jazz

Late three-pointers sealed the comeback to give the Lakers a 3-0 start, signaling Dončić’s rise as the team’s clear go-to player.

Oct 25, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) drives against Utah Jazz guard Ace Bailey (19) during the first half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images
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Oct 25, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) goes to the basket against Utah Jazz center Jaxson Hayes (11) during the first half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images
Oct 25, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; A view of the video board showing Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jalen Williams (8) giving the thumbs up after getting injured and being taken away on a stretcher on a play against the Los Angeles Clippers in the fourth quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Luka Dončić scored 52 points with 10 assists and eight rebounds, including several late three-pointers that capped a 132-123 road win over the Utah Jazz.
  • The Lakers overcame an early 18-point deficit by staging a second-quarter rally that gave them a halftime lead and momentum they kept in the fourth quarter.
  • Austin Reaves scored 29 points and hit a key three with 34 seconds left to effectively seal the victory.
  • Walker Kessler made his first return to Salt Lake City after the summer sign-and-trade, finishing with two points and seven rebounds in a night that highlighted his mixed reception and limited offensive role for the Lakers.
  • The win moved Los Angeles to 3-0 and boosted Dončić’s MVP conversation while raising questions about Kessler’s immediate fit after the costly multi-pick trade that sent him to the Lakers.