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Lakers Secure No. 3 Seed in West with Dominant Win Over Pelicans

Luka Doncic leads with 35 points as the Lakers' star trio shows improved chemistry in a critical playoff push.

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Lakers guard Luka Doncic, center, is congratulated after scoring by Austin Reaves, left, as LeBron James follows during the second half against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025, at Crypto.com Arena. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
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Lakers stars LeBron James, left, and Luka Doncic celebrate a play during the first half of their victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday night at Crypto.com Arena. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Luka Doncic rebounded from a poor performance against the Warriors with 35 points, while Austin Reaves and LeBron James added 30 and 27 points, respectively, in a 124-108 win over the Pelicans.
  • The victory moved the Lakers (47-30) into the No. 3 spot in the Western Conference, ahead of the Denver Nuggets and Golden State Warriors in a tight playoff race.
  • Austin Reaves set a Lakers franchise record with 15 three-pointers made across two consecutive games, continuing his strong offensive contributions.
  • The Lakers' defense tightened after a slow start, holding the Pelicans to 23 points in the second quarter and maintaining control through the second half.
  • The Pelicans, missing key players Zion Williamson and CJ McCollum, suffered their fourth consecutive road loss despite Jose Alvarado's 27-point effort.