Luka Doncic’s 44 Points Lead Lakers Past Grizzlies in Season Opener

The Los Angeles Lakers started their NBA season on a high note, defeating the Memphis Grizzlies 117-112 in a closely contested matchup. 247Sports News has the highlights from a thrilling game.

Luka Doncic’s Triplet-Double Leads Lakers to Victory

Slovenian sensation Luka Doncic returned to action after a three-game absence, recording a triple-double with 44 points, 12 rebounds, and 6 assists. He efficiently shot 17-of-27 from the field and made six 3-pointers.
“He’s just an unbelievable player,” praised teammate Austin Reaves, who contributed 21 points.

Doncic’s Dominance Continues Against Grizzlies

Last season’s NBA Finals MVP extended his dominance over the Grizzlies, scoring at least 25 points for the 11th consecutive game. He orchestrated the Lakers’ comeback in the second half, particularly in the fourth quarter where he dropped 16 points.

Grizzlies Fight but Fall Short Despite Balanced Scoring

The Memphis Grizzlies put up a valiant fight, with four players scoring in double figures. Jock Landale and Jaylen Wells led the team with 16 points each, while Jaren Jackson Jr. added 15.

“Ja just had an off-night shooting. You can’t dwell on it. We’ll move on to the next one.” – Memphis Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins, on Ja Morant (8 points, 3-of-14 FG)

Lakers Without LeBron James; Doncic Steps Up

The Lakers continued to play without eight-time NBA champion LeBron James, who is dealing with sciatica pain. However, Doncic’s impressive performance filled the void left by the injured superstar.

– Did You Know?

• Luka Doncic has now recorded 11 consecutive 25+ point games against the Grizzlies.
• The Lakers have now beaten the Grizzlies seven times in their last eight meetings.
• The Grizzlies’ 42-point second quarter was their most points scored in a quarter this season.

Looking Ahead

The Los Angeles Lakers (1-0) will next face the Portland Trail Blazers on Saturday, while the Memphis Grizzlies (0-1) will host the Minnesota Timberwolves on the same day.

Stay tuned to 247Sports News for more NBA game recaps, highlights, and insights!

FAQ

• Who led the Lakers in scoring? Luka Doncic scored 44 points.
• What was LeBron James’ status for the game? LeBron James did not play due to sciatica pain.
• How many points did Ja Morant score? Ja Morant scored 8 points.

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