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Luka Doncic Shines as MVP Contender, Leads Lakers to Overtime Win

3/17/2026

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Luka Doncic was named Western Conference Player of the Week and is a strong MVP candidate, averaging 32.7 points, 8.5 assists, and 8.4 rebounds.
Lakers coach JJ Redick praised Doncic as among the best players in the NBA.
The Lakers won in overtime against the Denver Nuggets, with Doncic contributing significantly.
They face the Houston Rockets next as part of a six-game road trip.

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Story summary

Luka Doncic was named Western Conference Player of the Week and is a strong MVP candidate, averaging 32.7 points, 8.5 assists, and 8.4 rebounds.
Lakers coach JJ Redick praised Doncic as among the best players in the NBA.
The Lakers won in overtime against the Denver Nuggets, with Doncic contributing significantly.
They face the Houston Rockets next as part of a six-game road trip.