Luka Doncic made his highly anticipated debut with the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night, starting against the Utah Jazz. In his first game since recovering from a calf injury, Doncic scored 14 points, grabbed five rebounds, and dished out four assists in 24 minutes of play.
The Lakers dominated the Jazz, winning 132-113, with LeBron James adding 24 points, seven rebounds, and eight assists. Doncic received a warm welcome from the crowd, who wore gold T-shirts with his name and number.
The Lakers' victory extended their winning streak to six games. Doncic's debut was marked by moments of brilliance, including a 26-foot three-pointer in the first quarter. Despite some rustiness, his chemistry with LeBron James was evident, with the duo combining for several impressive plays. The Lakers will look to build on this momentum as they continue their season, with their next game against the Jazz on Wednesday.
The Utah Jazz fell to 12-40 on the season, continuing their struggles this year. Overall, it was a memorable night for Lakers fans and a promising start for Doncic in his new purple and gold uniform.
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