Luka Doncic Shines with Record-Breaking Performances as Lakers Dominate Season Opener
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The Timberwolves suffered a heavy 128-110 loss to the Lakers, with Luka Doncic scoring 49 points, highlighting their poor defensive effort and effort issues, despite a strong start and Anthony Edwards' 31 points. The Lakers, missing LeBron James, dominated offensively, exposing Wolves' defensive lapses, and the game was marred by injuries, including a fractured nose for rookie Dillingham.
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- Luka Doncic beats Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's record for most points in first 30 games as a Laker Yahoo Sports
- The 40-40 club: Luka Doncic begins the Lakers' new season with a pair of prolific performances AP News
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