Luka Doncic scores 49 as Lakers top Timberwolves for 1st win

Luka Doncic Leads Lakers to First Win

Luka Doncic scored 49 points, leading the Lakers to a 128-110 victory over the Timberwolves.

Doncic's performance marked his highest-scoring game as a Laker and made him the fourth player in NBA history to start a season with back-to-back 40-point games.

Doncic becomes the first player in franchise history to open a season with back-to-back 40-point games

Lakers coach JJ Redick attributed the team's success to "good offense", which led to a great offense against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Author's summary: Luka Doncic leads Lakers to win.

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Orange County Register Orange County Register — 2025-10-25