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Luka Doncic scores 40 points as Lakers defeat Rockets in NBA

Luka Doncic scores 40 points as Lakers defeat Rockets in NBA

Summary

Luka Doncic scored 40 points and LeBron James added 30 to help the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Houston Rockets 124-116. This victory extended the Lakers' winning streak to seven games and marked their 10th win in 11 games.

Key Facts

  • Luka Doncic scored 40 points for the Lakers.
  • LeBron James contributed 30 points and had 12,002 career rebounds.
  • The Lakers have won seven games in a row and 10 out of 11 games.
  • The Lakers led by four points with about 90 seconds left before pulling away further.
  • Alperen Sengun scored 27 points and had 10 assists for the Rockets.
  • Amen Thompson also added 26 points and 11 rebounds for the Rockets.
  • The Lakers are now third in the Western Conference with a 44-25 record.
  • The Rockets' record is now 41-27 after the loss.

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