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Luka Doncic Makes NBA History in First Game Back From Injury With Lakers

Luka Doncic Makes NBA History in First Game Back From Injury With Lakers

Summary

Luka Doncic made NBA history by becoming the second player ever to start a season with three straight 40-point games. He led the Los Angeles Lakers to a win over the Memphis Grizzlies in his first game back from an injury.

Key Facts

  • Luka Doncic returned to play for the Lakers after missing three games due to injury.
  • Doncic scored 44 points, with 12 rebounds and six assists in the game against Memphis.
  • The Lakers won the game 117-112, making their record 4-2 overall.
  • Doncic is the second player in NBA history to start a season with three 40-point games in a row, joining Wilt Chamberlain.
  • Doncic was traded from the Dallas Mavericks to the Lakers in a major trade last season.
  • The trade included Anthony Davis, Max Christie, and draft picks going to the Mavericks.
  • The Mavericks now have Cooper Flagg from the draft pick acquired through the trade.
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