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The Los Angeles Lakers recently celebrated a significant victory over the Utah Jazz, defeating them 143-135. Luka Doncic had a historic performance, scoring 45 points, along with 11 rebounds and 14 assists, marking him as just the fourth player in Lakers history to achieve a 40-point triple-double, joining legends like Elgin Baylor and Magic Johnson.
LeBron James also contributed strongly with 28 points, 10 assists, and 7 rebounds, but he experienced a knee injury scare during the game, which the Lakers managed to navigate without serious consequence.
In injury news, the team announced that Austin Reaves and Deandre Ayton are out due to injuries, and Rui Hachimura is questionable for their upcoming game against the L.A. Clippers. Meanwhile, discussions around potential trade targets are heating up, with reports suggesting that Donte DiVincenzo may be available from the Timberwolves.
The Lakers are also exploring improvements to their perimeter defense, with the Pelicans' Herb Jones remaining on their trade wish list. Additionally, the team's recent success has raised questions about the long-term implications of their trade for Doncic, particularly in relation to their future draft picks.