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Luka Doncic Scores 38 as Lakers Edge Clippers 125-122

Luka Doncic recorded a 38-point, 11-assist double-double, leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a 125-122 victory over the Clippers on Friday.

Austin Reaves added 29 points, while LeBron James contributed 13 points and 11 assists. The Lakers held on despite Kawhi Leonard scoring 31 points before leaving with an apparent ankle injury late in the game.

This victory allows the Lakers to split the four-game season series with their crosstown rivals after blowing a 15-point lead in the second half.