Luka Doncic had a standout performance, scoring 32 points with 10 rebounds and 7 assists as the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Denver Nuggets 123-100. Joining him was LeBron James, contributing 25 points and solidifying their growing chemistry on the court. The Lakers' effective teamwork, evidenced by their low turnover count and strong defensive play, marked a significant win against their recent playoff nemesis. Despite Nikola Jokic's 26th triple-double, the Lakers successfully contained him, signaling potential for a deep playoff run this season as Doncic adjusts to his new team.
Finally feel like myself a little bit, Doncic said. Playing this game, this is what I love. Just finally being myself a little bit, that's why I was smiling all game.
Chemistry takes time. You saw today that it's getting better. Every day, it's going to get better for me. I'm happy to be here. I'm happy for the new journey.
The duo's performance in Denver should give the Lakers and their followers a sense that they can make the kind of deep playoff run that eluded them the last two years.
The Lakers held the reigning MVP to just 2-of-7 shooting and forced him into an uncharacteristic half dozen turnovers.
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