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Lakers Dominate Kings Behind Doncic's Explosive Start
6 Oct
Summary
- Luka Doncic scored 21 points in under 16 minutes for the Lakers.
- The Lakers secured a 127-103 preseason victory over the Kings.
- Several European stars featured across multiple preseason games.
The NBA Preseason 2026 has begun, showcasing new team dynamics. In a standout game, the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Sacramento Kings 127-103. Luka Doncic led the Lakers with an impressive 21 points in limited playing time. His teammate, Sandro Mamukelashvili, also contributed significantly off the bench.
Across the league, other preseason matchups took place. The Philadelphia 76ers convincingly beat the New York Knicks 120-97, despite both Joel Embiid and LeBron James being absent. A concerning moment occurred when Ariel Hukporti suffered a potential Achilles injury.
Furthermore, the Minnesota Timberwolves secured a 116-97 win against the Milwaukee Bucks, highlighting their frontcourt depth. The Memphis Grizzlies narrowly defeated the Atlanta Hawks 132-123 in a high-scoring affair. The Detroit Pistons also secured a close 109-107 victory over the Phoenix Suns.
