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Dončić Scores 25 in Lakers Debut as Suns Reserves Rally for Preseason Win

Los Angeles will pace Dončić’s workload heading into the opener, with LeBron James projected to miss at least two more weeks due to sciatica.

Luka Dončić pours in 25 points in preseason debut against Suns
Los Angeles Lakers forward Luka Dončić (77) is pressured by Phoenix Suns guard Jordan Goodwin (23) in the first half on Oct. 14, 2025, at Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix.
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Overview

  • The Suns beat the Lakers 113-104 after erasing a 15-point second-half deficit in the preseason finale.
  • Luka Dončić tallied 25 points, seven rebounds and four assists in 22 minutes in his first preseason action for Los Angeles.
  • Phoenix rested multiple regulars after returning from China, as Jared Butler scored 35 points with Jordan Goodwin adding 24 and rookie Khaman Maluach posting 17 and eight rebounds.
  • Head coach JJ Redick said the Lakers will ramp up Dončić’s minutes in coordination with his trainer, Javy Barrio.
  • LeBron James is expected to be out at least 2-3 more weeks with sciatica, while Marcus Smart made a quiet Lakers debut as both teams turn toward next week’s openers.