Luka Doncic’s microphone fell ‘crazy’ because he is still playing with LeBron James
The Los Angeles Lakers they recorded their third straight win with a 140-126 victory over the Utah Jazz on Tuesday night. LeBron James made his season debut for the Lakers. and a teammate Luka Dončić was clear on how the veteran left his mark in his first contest of the campaign.
“He does things other people can’t do,” Doncic told ESPN’s Dave McMenamin after the game. “He’s here to help us all.”
James recorded 11 points, three rebounds and 12 assists tonight. He played for 30 minutes and later said he would try enjoy this season.
“I’m just staying in the moment,” James told The Athletic’s Dan Voick. “Obviously where I’m at in my career and where I’m at 23 and realizing there’s not a lot more games for me – I don’t know when that is but I’m just staying in the moment and just appreciating the opportunity to go out and play the game I love to play and be in a great group.”
Doncic was also key to the Lakers’ win. The 26-year-old had 37 points, five rebounds and 10 assists while shooting 11-of-22 from the field. Despite his own performance, he seemed mesmerized by what James could do offer to the group.
“He looked amazing in the first game,” Doncic told Spectrum SportsNet. “He will continue to go with the rhythm and he will help us a lot.”
Before James’ return, there were questions about how he would fit in with Doncic and Austin Reeves. While the sample size is still small, the four-time champion has s
“I can fit in with anybody,” James said. “I don’t even understand why that was a question. What’s wrong with these people? I can ride with anyone.”
The Lakers are 11-4 on the season. They will return to action on Sunday in Utah against the Jazz.
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