Overview
- Doncic became the first Laker to open a season with consecutive 40-point games and the fourth player in NBA history to do so, joining Michael Jordan, Wilt Chamberlain and Anthony Davis.
- He tied a franchise mark with 23 first-quarter points and finished 14-of-23 from the field with five threes, 16-of-19 free throws, 11 rebounds and eight assists.
- Austin Reaves added 25 points, 11 assists and seven rebounds, Rui Hachimura scored 23 and Deandre Ayton posted 15 points and eight boards as Los Angeles improved to 1-1.
- LeBron James remained out with sciatica while Doncic played through a mild groin issue from the opener and a left-hand knock sustained early in the game.
- The rematch at Crypto.com Arena streamed exclusively on Prime Video, and the Lakers turn next to a road game against the Kings on Sunday.