Luka Doncic scores 52 points, hits several late clutch shots as Lakers rally to beat Jazz

Luka Doncic delivered 52 points, 10 assists, and eight rebounds to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 132-123 victory over the Utah Jazz on Sunday at Delta Center. The Lakers recovered from an 18-point second-quarter deficit behind late-game heroics from Doncic, who hit three crucial fourth-quarter three-pointers, and Austin Reaves, who contributed 29 points and a late dagger shot.

The game also marked the return of center Walker Kessler to Salt Lake City following his sign-and-trade deal to Los Angeles. Kessler was held to just two points and seven rebounds in limited action due to foul trouble, but the Lakers relied on their backcourt to secure their third consecutive win under head coach JJ Redick.