Luka Doncic Ejected as Lakers Fall 136-120 to Thunder

Luka Doncic's ejection during the Lakers' 120-136 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder proved pivotal, occurring after he received his second technical foul for allegedly directing profanity at a fan. Lakers coach JJ Redick criticized the officiating, suggesting that the referee's decision disrupted an otherwise competitive game. Doncic clarified postgame that he was responding to a courtside fan, Jeremy Price, rather than the officials, expressing confusion over the ejection and taking responsibility for the team's collapse thereafter. The Thunder capitalized on Doncic's absence, going on a significant scoring run that ultimately secured their victory. Crew Chief Tony Brothers defended the ejection, stating that Doncic's comments were directed at the referee, while the game saw additional technical fouls issued to Jarred Vanderbilt. The Lakers will look to rebound in their upcoming game against the Dallas Mavericks, with Doncic eager to perform against his former team.