In a thrilling showdown at the Crypto.com Arena, the Lakers edged out the Clippers 125-122. This victory adds another notch to the Lakers’ belt, boosting their record to 34-21, while the Clippers find themselves at 27-29.
Luka Doncic was the star of the night, lighting up the scoreboard with an impressive 38 points. Austin Reaves was right behind him, contributing 29 points to the Lakers’ cause. Meanwhile, LeBron James and Deandre Ayton chipped in with 13 points each, playing their roles perfectly to secure the win.
Notably absent from the action was Dalton Knecht, who sat out the game due to a coach's decision. Knecht, who was picked 17th overall by the Lakers in the 2024 NBA Draft, has shown promise since his collegiate days.
He made a significant impact during his time with the Tennessee Volunteers, where he averaged 21.7 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game. His efforts helped lead the Vols to an SEC regular-season championship and a memorable run to the NCAA Tournament Elite Eight.
Looking ahead, the Lakers are set to face off against the Boston Celtics on February 22nd. Fans can catch the action at 6:30 p.m.
EST, either on NBC or streaming live on Peacock. It promises to be another exciting matchup as the Lakers continue their pursuit of excellence this season.