Luka Dončić returned from suspension, the Lakers clinched a playoff berth, and LeBron James delivered against his hometown Cavaliers. Tuesday night at Crypto.com Arena had everything — and Los Angeles made it count, rolling past Cleveland 127-113 to punch their ticket to the postseason.
Tag: Eastern Conference
Luka Drops 43, Lakers Cruise Past Pacers 137-130 to Bounce Back on the Road
Luka Dončić dropped 43 points and the Lakers led wire to wire, bouncing back from their nine-game win streak ending loss in Detroit to cruise past the Indiana Pacers 137-130 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Los Angeles closed out a 5-1 road trip and holds firm at the three seed in the West.
Lakers’ Comeback Falls Short in 113–110 Loss to Pistons
The Lakers erased a 16-point deficit and took a late lead, but a final shot from Luka Dončić fell short as their nine-game winning streak ended in Detroit.
Luke Kennard Hits Game-Winner as Lakers Stun Magic 105–104
Luke Kennard drilled a game-winning three-pointer with 4.7 seconds remaining as the Lakers edged the Magic 105–104 in Orlando. Los Angeles extended its win streak in dramatic fashion despite a late deficit and a quiet second half from Luka Dončić.
Luka Dončić Drops 51 as Lakers Beat Bulls 142–130, Continue Hot Stretch
Luka Dončić erupted for 51 points as the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Chicago Bulls 142–130 at Crypto.com Arena, continuing their strong stretch with another high-scoring performance.