The Sports Report: Lakers hold off Spurs to win

The Sports Report: Lakers Hold Off Spurs to Win

The Lakers nearly lost their grip on the game at the end, but Luka Doncic’s 35 points helped secure a win over the Spurs.

Excitement Builds at Crypto.com Arena

By Broderick Turner:

The atmosphere inside Crypto.com Arena was electric for the Lakers vs. San Antonio Spurs game, fueled by the standout performances of generational talents Luka Doncic and Victor Wembanyama. The crowd included several members of the World Series champion Dodgers, drawn by the marquee matchup.

Game Flow and Key Moments

Unfortunately, the game was marred by numerous fouls, disrupting the pace and appearance. Doncic collected his fifth foul in the fourth quarter, while Wembanyama ultimately fouled out. Despite this, Doncic led the Lakers with an impressive 35 points, 13 assists, and nine rebounds, guiding the team to a 118-116 victory—marking their fifth consecutive win.

The Lakers overcame a crucial late-game turnover that gave the Spurs a chance to tie before ultimately clinching the win.

Dodgers Focus on 2026 World Series Ambitions

By Jack Harris:

The Dodgers have quickly shifted their focus toward securing a potential three-peat for the 2026 World Series. They are now entering the offseason with the goal of assembling a roster capable of continuing their success.

Stable Core Expected

Shohei Ohtani, Mookie Betts, Freddie Freeman, and Will Smith will remain the offensive leaders.
Pitching rotation will continue to be anchored by Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Blake Snell, and Tyler Glasnow.

"For the most part, the core of the 2026 Dodgers shouldn’t change much."

While the Dodgers plan to build for the future, the core stars that propelled their recent success are expected to remain intact.

Summary: Luka Doncic’s standout performance helped the Lakers narrowly defeat the Spurs, while the Dodgers focus on maintaining their championship core for a strong 2026 season.

Los Angeles Times — 2025-11-06