Lakers fans are familiar with Luka Doncic’s ability to dominate games since his arrival in Los Angeles. Known for his scoring prowess, Doncic is taking his performance to new heights this season, reminiscent of basketball legends from a past era.
On Sunday, the Toronto Raptors witnessed Doncic’s stellar performance as he scored 45 points, gathered 15 rebounds, and recorded five steals in a 131-125 victory. The crowd at Crypto.com Arena expressed their admiration by chanting “MVP” during his appearances at the free-throw line.
ESPN Insights highlighted Doncic’s early-season achievement, noting that his average of 37.7 points per game through six games ranks fifth in NBA history and is the highest since Michael Jordan’s 1986-87 season. He’s breaking records as a Laker, surpassing his own previous achievements from last season.
The game against Toronto was noteworthy, as Doncic made 12 of 23 shots, sank eight three-pointers, and achieved a perfect 13-for-13 free-throw record in 35 minutes. This marked his 20th 40-point game for the Lakers.
Additionally, it followed a disappointing loss to the Golden State Warriors, where the Lakers lost a 25-point lead. This time, they secured a lead as large as 26 points before Toronto closed the gap later in the game.
As Doncic continues to excel, he has scored at least 37 points in each of the last four games, including an impressive 52-point effort against Utah. His season averages stand at 37.7 points, 8.2 rebounds, 7.3 assists, and a 43.2% shooting percentage from three-point range.
In the absence of LeBron James, who departed after eight seasons, Doncic has embraced the role of team leader. The Lakers currently hold a 5-2 record, poised for their next match against the Miami Heat on Monday.
Michael Jordan’s 1986-87 season record of 37.1 points per game has become the benchmark. Doncic is on track to surpass it, continuing to amaze fans with his extraordinary talents.
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