Luka Doncic and Lakers hold off Clippers as Kawhi Leonard exits late
Los Angeles Times • • sports
Key Points:
- The Lakers (34-21) secured a 125-122 victory over the Clippers with Luka Doncic, LeBron James, and Austin Reaves playing together for only the 11th time this season due to prior health issues.
- Doncic led the team with 38 points, 11 assists, and six rebounds, while Reaves contributed 29 points and key defensive plays, and James added 13 points and 11 assists despite playing with a sore knee and migraine.
- Marcus Smart and Deandre Ayton provided crucial support late in the game, including a pivotal charge drawn by Reaves that helped maintain the Lakers' lead.
- Despite Kawhi Leonard's exit due to ankle soreness and a late Clippers comeback attempt
