Luka Doncic’s 35 Points Lead Lakers to Dramatic Victory Over Spurs
The Los Angeles Lakers mounted a strong comeback to secure a 118–116 win against the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night, marking their fifth consecutive victory. The Lakers finished the game on a 21–10 run after trailing by nine points midway through the fourth quarter, according to News.Az citing ESPN.
Key Player Performances
- Luka Doncic delivered a stellar all-around performance with 35 points, 13 assists, nine rebounds, and five steals. He scored eight crucial points in the final quarter, including a go-ahead three-pointer with 2:31 remaining.
- Deandre Ayton contributed 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 in the game.
- Stephon Castle and Jeremy Sochan added 16 points each for San Antonio.
Intense Final Moments
The Spurs nearly snatched victory in the closing seconds after a critical inbound violation by Marcus Smart following Kelly Olynyk’s putback with 1.2 seconds on the clock. Justin Champagnie was fouled on an attempted tip-in but missed both free throws, sealing the Lakers’ narrow win.
"Despite shooting just 9-for-27 from the field, Doncic’s playmaking and clutch scoring proved decisive in a foul-heavy contest that saw both Harrison Barnes and Sochan foul out in the fourth quarter."
Late in the game, Los Angeles kept San Antonio from scoring a field goal for nearly four and a half minutes, swinging momentum firmly in their favor.
Game Impact
This thrilling victory extends the Lakers' winning streak and demonstrates their resilience and ability to perform under pressure.
Author’s summary: Luka Doncic’s dynamic play energized the Lakers, enabling a dramatic late comeback to secure their fifth straight win against the Spurs.
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