Luka Dončić Leads Lakers Past Former Team Mavericks 107-99, Records First Triple-Double with Lake Show

Luka’s Emotional Night

Luka Doncic had 19 points, 15 rebounds, and 12 assists in his first game against the Dallas Mavericks since they traded him to the Los Angeles Lakers, leading Los Angeles to a 107-99 victory on Tuesday night. Doncic secured his first triple-double with the Lakers on an emotional night for the Slovenian superstar, who was blindsided by the seismic trade sending him to Los Angeles for Anthony Davis three weeks ago.

LeBron and Luka Lead the Way

🌟 LEBRON/LUKA LEAD LAL 🌟
Bron: 27 PTS (16 in 4Q), 12 REB, 11-17 FGM
Luka: 19 PTS, 15 REB, 12 AST, 3 STL, 2 BLK
The @Lakers are 4th in the West as they improve to 8-2 in their last 10 games! pic.twitter.com/WuZuHGzGJX— NBA (@NBA) February 26, 2025

A Strong Performance from Luka

Doncic warmly greeted his former teammates, but also took a few portentous looks at the Mavs’ bench during the night. He struggled with his shot, going 6 of 17, but capped a superb playmaking performance with an assist to LeBron James for a clinching layup with 32 seconds left.

James’ Late Surge

James helped his new teammate by scoring 16 of his 27 points in the fourth quarter while Los Angeles held on for its third straight win and its 13th in 16 games.

Mavericks’ Effort

Kyrie Irving scored 35 points and Klay Thompson added 22 for the Mavericks.

Fans’ Reaction

Dallas general manager Nico Harrison, who is reviled by many Mavs fans for making the trade, was serenaded by Lakers fans chanting “Thank you, Nico!”

Takeaways

• Mavericks: Max Christie scored all 10 of his points in the first half. He was traded along with Davis by the Lakers, who drafted him.
• Lakers: James wasn’t about to let Doncic lose on this emotional night.

Key Moment

Davis couldn’t play due to a groin injury, but he got the biggest of several standing ovations after the Lakers aired a lengthy tribute video to the star big man in the first quarter. Davis waved back at the crowd with both arms.

Key Stat

Doncic’s triple-double was the 81st of his career — seventh in NBA history — and his fourth this season. His last for Dallas was on December 15.

Up Next

Both teams play Thursday. The Mavericks host the Hornets, and the Lakers host the Timberwolves.

Conclusion

Luka Doncic’s emotional night ended with a triple-double, leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a 107-99 victory over his former team, the Dallas Mavericks. James’ late surge and Doncic’s strong playmaking kept the Lakers ahead, securing their third straight win and 13th in 16 games.

FAQs

• What was Luka Doncic’s performance in his first game against the Dallas Mavericks since being traded?
  Luka Doncic had 19 points, 15 rebounds, and 12 assists in his first game against the Dallas Mavericks since being traded to the Los Angeles Lakers.
• How many triple-doubles has Luka Doncic achieved in his career?
  Luka Doncic has achieved 81 triple-doubles in his career, seventh in NBA history.
• Who is serenaded by Lakers fans chanting "Thank you, Nico!"?
  Dallas general manager Nico Harrison, who is reviled by many Mavs fans for making the trade.