Luka LeBron and Reaves Join Forces Scoring 99 Points to Defeat the Clippers

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Luka LeBron and Reaves Join Forces Scoring 99 Points to Defeat the Clippers

Luka Doncic, LeBron James, and Austin Reaves played pivotal roles in the Los Angeles Lakers’ victory over the Los Angeles Clippers, scoring a combined total of 99 points. The game, held on November 25, 2025, ended with a score of 135-118, marking the Lakers’ fifth consecutive win.

Outstanding Performances by Doncic and Reaves

Luka Doncic was exceptional, scoring 43 points while also contributing 13 assists and nine rebounds. He matched his season high by scoring 32 points in the first half alone. This performance was one of his 51 career games with 40 or more points.

Although Doncic narrowly missed achieving a triple-double, his contribution helped solidify the Lakers’ dominance in NBA Cup play, as this game marked their third consecutive win in the tournament.

Austin Reaves also had a significant impact, scoring 31 points and grabbing nine rebounds. His involvement has been critical in the Lakers’ recent success, with the team now boasting an impressive record of 11 wins in their last 13 games.

LeBron James: A Stellar Veteran Presence

LeBron James added 25 points to the Lakers’ total, looking rejuvenated in his 23rd NBA season at age 40. He particularly shined in the second half, scoring 16 points as the Lakers began to pull away from the Clippers.

Clippers Struggle Despite Harden’s Efforts

On the opposing side, James Harden continued to impress with a strong performance, scoring 29 points and providing nine assists for the Clippers. Despite his efforts, the team has struggled significantly, losing 11 of their last 13 games.

Kawhi Leonard, returning from a 10-game injury hiatus, contributed 19 points as well, but it wasn’t enough to secure a win against their crosstown rivals.

Game Tensions Escalate

The matchup turned contentious as Clippers guard Kris Dunn was ejected late in the game after a confrontation with Doncic. This altercation added to the rivalry’s intensity, with history between the teams playing a role in the heightened emotions on the court.

Doncic opened the game strong, scoring 20 points in just eight minutes, making his first five three-point attempts. His performance included playful trash talk directed at the Clippers’ bench, highlighting the long-standing competitive spirit between him and LA’s second team.