Luka Doncic was solid in his Los Angeles Lakers debut, leading his team to a comfortable victory over the Utah Jazz, MySportDab Reports.
The 25-year-old — who was recently acquired from the Dallas Mavericks in a blockbuster trade — finally returned to the hardwood after a calf injury kept him out since Dec. 4.
Doncic did what Doncic does in 24 minutes on the court, scoring 14 points and dazzling fans with his floor vision. The Slovenian star, who is still dazzling, reflected on his first game at the Lakers, calling the reception he got “wonderful.”
When I got introduced, I heard a lot of noise — it was something special,” Doncic said. “There was such an incredible reception for me. I was a little nervous before the game, but after I was on the court, it was just amazing to be out there again.”
One of the game’s most thrilling moments came when Doncic dropped a precise full-court pass to a streaking LeBron James, prompting roars from the crowd.
The young guard spoke highly of James, marveling at the intelligence and vision of the 40-year-old.
“He sees the game differently than the majority of the people. He is crazy,” Doncic said of him. “Having two guys with that potential on the court together is going to be huge for the team.”
Already generating excitement among Laker fans, Doncic could help take the team to another level this season with his solid fit alongside James.
