Luka Doncic’s 35 Points Lead Lakers to Dramatic Win Over Spurs
The Los Angeles Lakers rallied from a nine-point deficit in the fourth quarter to beat the San Antonio Spurs 118–116 on Wednesday night, marking their fifth consecutive victory. The team closed the game on a 21–10 run, according to News.Az citing ESPN.
Doncic’s Outstanding Performance
Luka Doncic shone with 35 points, 13 assists, nine rebounds, and five steals. He scored eight points in the fourth quarter, including a critical go-ahead three-pointer with 2:31 remaining.
Key Contributions and Game Moments
- Deandre Ayton added 22 points and 10 rebounds for the Lakers.
- Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs with 19 points and eight rebounds but fouled out with 1:39 left.
- Stephon Castle and Jeremy Sochan each scored 16 points for San Antonio.
- The Spurs missed a chance to win in the final seconds after Marcus Smart committed an inbound violation, and Justin Champagnie missed crucial free throws.
- Both Harrison Barnes and Jeremy Sochan fouled out in the fourth quarter.
Defensive Efforts and Momentum Shift
Despite shooting only 9-for-27 from the field, Doncic’s clutch scoring and playmaking were pivotal in a game with many fouls. The Lakers shut the Spurs out of field goals for nearly four and a half minutes late in the game, swinging momentum decisively.
“Luka Doncic delivered another standout performance with 35 points, 13 assists, nine rebounds, and five steals as the Los Angeles Lakers edged the San Antonio Spurs 118–116.”
San Antonio’s loss marked their second consecutive defeat after a strong 5–0 start this season.
Author’s Summary
Luka Doncic’s leadership and clutch plays powered the Lakers’ narrow win over the Spurs, highlighting his all-around impact in a tightly contested, foul-filled game.