Luka Doncic Breaks Lakers Scoring Records in Historic Season Start

Luka Dončić has delivered a historic start to his first full season with the Los Angeles Lakers, scoring 92 points across the first two games, breaking Jerry West's 56-year-old franchise record and surpassing Michael Jordan for the fourth-most points in NBA history over such a span. His 49-point performance against the Minnesota Timberwolves, combined with 11 rebounds and eight assists, powered the Lakers to a 128-110 victory, following a 43-point game in the season opener against the Golden State Warriors. Despite LeBron James being sidelined due to sciatica, Dončić has taken on the role of the team's leader with extraordinary efficiency, including shooting above 60% from the field in these games. Dončić also became the first player in NBA history to start a season with consecutive games of over 40 points, 10 rebounds, and at least five assists, placing him in elite company alongside Anthony Davis, Michael Jordan, and Wilt Chamberlain. His teammates and opponents alike have praised his dominance, and he is showing no signs of dwelling on last season's playoff first-round exit, instead focusing on winning every game. The Lakers, having made several offseason acquisitions, are looking to build a contender around Dončić and the returning James, with hopes that this prolific start can translate into sustained success.