In an emotional return to Dallas, Luka Doncic led the Lakers to a 107-99 win over his former team, becoming only the third player to achieve a triple-double against all NBA franchises. Despite expressing relief rather than triumph after the game, Doncic's performance included 19 points, 15 rebounds, and 12 assists. His teammate LeBron James notably dominated the fourth quarter, contributing significantly to the victory. Doncic reflected on the personal significance of the game, emphasizing how easing this emotional hurdle would benefit him going forward.
It was just a lot of emotions and not much sleep. I can't even explain it. It was a different game... I'm just glad it's over, honestly.
It definitely will help me. It's definitely going to help in the long run.
Doncic didnât dominate Dallas. He shot 6-for-17 from the floor, and it was James who scored 16 of his 27 points in the fourth quarter.
Luka Doncic became just the third player to record a triple-double against every NBA franchise in the process.
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