Luka Doncic scored 49 points in The Lakers
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Marcus Smart quietly had an impressive performance against Minnesota, with the Lakers outscoring the Timberwolves by 24 points when he was on the court.
The reserve center, who played 14 minutes in the season-opening loss to Golden State on Tuesday, was ruled out for Friday’s playoff rematch with Minnesota because of left knee soreness.
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Luka Doncic scores 49 to extend his sizzling season start in Lakers’ 128-110 win over Timberwolves
Luka Doncic scored 49 points and became the fourth player in NBA history to begin a season with back-to-back 40-point performances, leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a 128-110 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves.
The reserve center, who played 14 minutes in the season-opening loss to Golden State on Tuesday, was ruled out for Friday’s playoff rematch with Minnesota because of left knee soreness.