Doncic leads Lakers past Hawks, Wemby sparks Spurs
The Los Angeles Lakers extended their winning streak to six games with a victory over the Atlanta Hawks, led by Luka Doncic's 32-point performance. Meanwhile, the San Antonio Spurs continued their strong form with a blowout win against the Phoenix Suns, highlighted by Victor Wembanyama's 40-point game.
Why it matters
The performance of star players like Doncic and Wembanyama is shaping the early-season standings in the NBA Western Conference.
Luka Doncic (in purple) reacting after drawing a foul as he is defended by Dyson Daniels and Jalen Johnson of the Atlanta Hawks on Nov 9 in Atlanta, Georgia.
Listen LOS ANGELES – Luka Doncic scored 32 points as the in-form Los Angeles Lakers rolled to a sixth straight victory with a 124-114 defeat of the Atlanta Hawks in the NBA on Nov 9.
Doncic, whose sensational early-season form has propelled the Lakers to the top of the NBA Western Conference, once again led from the front to secure an impressive win on the road.
The Slovenian star finished with 32 points, 10 assists, eight rebounds, five steals and two blocks in a dominant all-round performance.
Doncic, who is averaging 40 points a game so far this season, received offensive support from Sandro Mamukelashvili, who delivered an eye-catching 23 points from the bench that included five three-pointers.
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