Dončić Scores 45 as Lakers Beat Raptors 131–125
Luka Dončić delivered an outstanding performance as the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Toronto Raptors 131–125 in an NBA regular-season clash at Crypto.com Arena on Sunday, November 1, 2026.
The Slovenian basketball star recorded 45 points, 15 rebounds, six assists and five steals to help the Lakers secure their fifth victory of the season.
Dončić also converted eight three-pointers, strengthening his position among the NBA’s leading scorers.
Dončić Leads Lakers’ Dominant Attack
The Lakers started strongly, establishing a 36–23 advantage in the opening quarter.
Dončić scored 16 points in the first quarter, including four three-pointers, as Los Angeles quickly took control.
The Lakers maintained their advantage in the second quarter and entered halftime leading 66–54.
Dončić continued his impressive display after the break, helping Los Angeles extend its lead to 104–82 at the end of the third quarter.
The 27-year-old finished the game shooting 12 of 23 from the field and eight of 12 from beyond the arc.
Raptors Fight Back in Final Quarter
Toronto mounted a late comeback after trailing by as many as 26 points.
Scottie Barnes led the Raptors with 29 points, while RJ Barrett contributed 22 points and 10 rebounds.
The visitors scored 43 points in the fourth quarter, reducing the Lakers’ advantage to five points during the closing stages.
However, Los Angeles regained control, with Dončić and Austin Reaves helping the team withstand Toronto’s late pressure.
Reaves finished with 19 points, while Walker Kessler recorded 16 points, 15 rebounds and three blocks.
Lakers Improve to 5–2 in NBA Season
The victory improved the Lakers’ record to five wins and two defeats, while the Raptors dropped to three wins and three losses.
The result also marked a strong response from Los Angeles following its previous defeat to the Golden State Warriors.
Dončić’s performance was particularly significant as he scored at least 37 points for the fourth consecutive game.
The Lakers will next host the Miami Heat, while Toronto will face the Los Angeles Clippers in their upcoming fixtures.
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