Luka Doncic scored 49 points, his highest-scoring game as a Laker, in a 128-110 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Doncic became the fourth player in NBA history to begin a season with back-to-back 40-point performances, following his 43-point game in the season-opening loss to the Golden State Warriors.
Good offense was going to be the team's best defense
Lakers coach JJ Redick's strategy proved effective, as the team's great offense led by Doncic secured their first win of the season at Crypto.com Arena.
Author's summary: Luka Doncic scores 49 points in Lakers' first win.