Luka Doncic scores 52 as Lakers defeat Jazz 132-123

Luka Doncic recorded 52 points, including eight three-pointers, to guide the Los Angeles Lakers to a 132-123 victory over the Utah Jazz on Sunday in Salt Lake City. The performance marked the first 50-point game of the NBA season and helped the Lakers secure their eighth win in nine meetings with Utah. Doncic capped a 14-5 run with back-to-back three-pointers that put Los Angeles ahead 127-121 with 1:42 remaining. He also contributed 10 assists and seven rebounds.

Austin Reaves added 29 points for the Lakers, and the duo combined for 21 of 24 free throws. For Utah, Lauri Markkanen led with 28 points, while Keyonte George posted a near triple-double with 24 points, nine rebounds and 10 assists. Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 20 points and Ace Bailey contributed 17 points and 12 rebounds.

Walker Kessler, returning to Utah after a July sign-and-trade to Los Angeles, recorded two points and seven rebounds. The Lakers will host Portland on Tuesday, and the Jazz will host Memphis on Monday.