Lakers vs. Jazz Final Score: Luka scores 52, LA rallies for win
The Los Angeles Lakers overcame an 18-point first-quarter deficit to defeat the Utah Jazz 132-123. Luka Dončić led the comeback with a 52-point performance, supported by key contributions from Austin Reaves.
Why it matters
This game highlights the early-season performance of star players and the Lakers' ability to rally under pressure in road games.
After trailing by 18 points in the first quarter, the Lakers rallied on Sunday afternoon to beat the Jazz in the first road game of the season, 132-123.
Luka Dončić put the team on his back from the second quarter on, exploding for 52 points in the win. Down the stretch, Luka buried a pair of threes and Austin Reaves hit the dagger to give the Lakers the comeback win.
Luka was the first to get on the board for LA with a jump shot. The Jazz then scored eight straight. Luka answered with another midrange jumper.
Ace Bailey countered for Utah with four points. He was cooking for the Jazz, leading the team with six points. Meanwhile, Luka had all six of the Lakers’ points.
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