Luka Doncic's 39-Point Performance Propels Lakers to No. 3 Seed in NBA Western Conference
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Luka Doncic led the Los Angeles Lakers to a convincing 140-109 victory over the Houston Rockets, securing the No. 3 seed in the Western Conference. Doncic scored 39 points, with additional support from Austin Reaves and Dorian Finney-Smith. LeBron James played briefly but sat out due to an apparent injury. The Rockets, already secured as the No. 2 seed, rested several key players during the game.
Key Points
Luka Doncic scored 39 points, leading the Lakers to a 140-109 win over the Rockets.
The Lakers clinched the No. 3 seed in the Western Conference with the victory.
LeBron James played for 22 minutes before sitting out due to an apparent injury.
Austin Reaves and Dorian Finney-Smith provided significant support with 23 and 18 points respectively.
Houston Rockets rested several key players, including Dillon Brooks and Jabari Smith Jr., despite being the No. 2 seed.
Cam Whitmore of the Rockets set career highs with 34 points and seven 3-pointers.
