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LeBron James and Luka Doncic led the Lakers to a crucial 128-115 victory over the Nuggets.

The Los Angeles Lakers secured a vital victory against the Denver Nuggets, winning 128-115 at Crypto.com Arena. LeBron James showcased his brilliance with a triple-double, scoring 28 points, grabbing 11 rebounds, and dishing out 13 assists. Luka Doncic, in his fourth game with the Lakers, delivered his best performance yet, contributing 32 points, 10 rebounds, 7 assists, and 4 steals.

Anthony Davis also made a significant impact, adding 22 points and 14 rebounds, while Austin Reaves provided a spark off the bench with 18 points. Despite Nikola Jokic`s strong showing for the Nuggets, who led with 30 points and 12 rebounds, the Lakers` balanced attack proved too much to handle.

The game attracted a sellout crowd of 18,997 fans, who witnessed the growing chemistry between James and Doncic. The Lakers shot an impressive 54% from the field and dominated the rebounding battle 48-37. This victory marks the Lakers` third consecutive win, improving their record to 32-26 and solidifying their position as the 7th seed in the Western Conference. The stage is set for an exciting matchup against Doncic`s former team, the Dallas Mavericks, on February 25, 2025.

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