Overview
- Luka Doncic posted 41 points, nine rebounds and six assists, reaching league-leader eligibility and topping the NBA in scoring.
- Austin Reaves added 25 points with a trio of fourth‑quarter threes that halted a potential Bucks surge.
- Deandre Ayton produced 20 points and 10 rebounds, showcasing improved pick‑and‑roll chemistry with the guards.
- LeBron James is expected to return to practice Monday and could make his season debut as soon as Tuesday against the Jazz.
- Maxi Kleber logged 25 minutes and hit his first shot of the season, rookie Adou Thiero scored his first NBA points with a late dunk, and the Lakers still target fixes in three‑point shooting (25th) and transition pace.