Doncic donates entire cost of restoring vandalised Kobe Bryant mural in Los Angeles

Luka Doncic has stepped up to pay the entire expected cost of restoring a vandalised mural depicting Kobe and Gigi Bryant in downtown Los Angeles. The Los Angeles Lakers’ new guard made a USD 5,000 donation Tuesday to cover the entire goal of a GoFundMe page created by artist Louie Palsino. He wants to restore … Read more

NBA roundup: Luka Doncic puts up 45 in Dallas to help Lakers seal playoff berth

Luka Doncic scored 31 of his 45 points in the first half of his highly anticipated Dallas homecoming as the visiting Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Mavericks 112-97 on Wednesday. LeBron James posted 27 points and seven boards, and Rui Hachimura added 15 points as the Lakers bolstered their grip on the third spot in … Read more

NBA: LeBron relishing ‘special’ Doncic double act

LeBron James said Tuesday he is relishing the prospect of joining forces with Luka Doncic at the Los Angeles Lakers following the shock deal which has stunned the basketball world. Doncic was formally unveiled by the Lakers on Tuesday after a jaw-dropping trade from the Dallas Mavericks that saw Anthony Davis head in the opposite … Read more

Will Luka Doncic make his debut when the Lakers host Golden State Warriors?

There is a sense of anticipation in Los Angeles regarding the potential debut of the city’s latest basketball superstar, Luka Doncic, who was brought in from Dallas Mavericks in a scarcely-believable trade a few days ago. The 25-year-old Slovenian was seen courtside during the Los Angeles Lakers win over city rival Clippers two days ago … Read more

NBA roundup: LeBron James makes history in Lakers’ win over Warriors

LeBron James poured in 42 points to join Michael Jordan as the only 40-year-olds to score 40 points in an NBA game as the host Los Angeles Lakers notched a 120-112 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night. James also grabbed a season-best 17 rebounds to go with eight assists and six 3-pointers … Read more

NBA: Luka Doncic expected to make Lakers debut against Jazz

Five-time All-NBA guard Luka Doncic is expected to make his debut with the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday against the visiting Utah Jazz. The Lakers hosts the Indiana Pacers on Saturday, but coach JJ Redick said he wasn’t counting on playing Doncic, who is making his way back from a calf injury. “Probably more likely … Read more

Luka Doncic off the mark as Los Angeles Lakers routs Utah Jazz

Luka Doncic had 14 points, five rebounds and four assists in his Lakers debut as Los Angeles beat the Utah Jazz 132-113 on Monday night. LeBron James had 24 points, seven rebounds and eight assists, Austin Reaves scored 22 and the Lakers got their sixth straight win. Doncic, acquired in a shocking trade from the … Read more

NBA 2025 roundup: White stars as Bulls storm back from 19 down to beat Kings; LeBron, Doncic sit out in Lakers defeat

Coby White scored 31 of his 35 points after halftime as the Chicago Bulls overturned a 19-point deficit to defeat the host Sacramento Kings 128-116 on Thursday night in the NBA. White knocked down 13 of 14 free throws, while Kevin Huerter added 25 points — including 5 of 9 3-pointers — seven assists and … Read more

NBA roundup: Luka Doncic, Lakers handle Nuggets

Luka Doncic scored 21 of his 31 points in the first quarter, Austin Reaves added 22 total and the Los Angeles Lakers turned a fast start into a 120-108 home victory over the short-handed Denver Nuggets on Wednesday. The victory allowed the Lakers to tie the Nuggets for third place in the Western Conference standings. … Read more

NBA roundup: Doncic, LeBron shine as Lakers halt Nuggets’ win streak

Luka Doncic had 32 points and 10 rebounds, LeBron James scored 25 points and the visiting Los Angeles Lakers beat the Nuggets 123-100 on Saturday night to end Denver’s nine-game winning streak. Doncic logged 31 minutes in his fourth game since being traded to Los Angeles, which won for just the second time in its … Read more