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Luka Doncic Leads Scoring but Lakers Seek Improvement

12/20/2025

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Luka Doncic of the Los Angeles Lakers leads the NBA in scoring at 35.2 points per game.
He says he is not fully satisfied with his play since joining the Lakers and must improve defense and rebounding.
Despite a 19-7 record, the Lakers have struggled against top teams, including 135 points allowed to the Utah Jazz, and may pursue trades.

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Luka Doncic of the Los Angeles Lakers leads the NBA in scoring at 35.2 points per game.
He says he is not fully satisfied with his play since joining the Lakers and must improve defense and rebounding.
Despite a 19-7 record, the Lakers have struggled against top teams, including 135 points allowed to the Utah Jazz, and may pursue trades.