The Lakers are ‘surfing the wave’ of Luka Dončić’s crazy scoring run right now
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Key Points:
- Luka Dončić scored at least 40 points for the fifth time in six games, leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a 116-103 victory over the Sacramento Kings.
- Over this stretch, Dončić is averaging 42.8 points, 8.5 rebounds, 8.3 assists, and 1.8 steals per game with impressive shooting percentages, including 63.3% on 2-pointers and 44.9% from beyond the arc.
- Dončić has become the first player since Michael Jordan in 1988 to score over 300 points in the first eight games of a season and set an NBA record with six consecutive games of at least 35 points, five rebounds, and five assists.
- Lakers teammates and coach JJ Redick praise Dončić's scoring ability and leadership, noting how his performance energizes the team and creates momentum during games.
- Dončić continues to establish himself as one of the league's most dominant and unique players, consistently delivering spectacular offensive performances night after night.
