The atmosphere was electric as Luka Doncic faced off against the Los Angeles Lakers for the first time, but his shooting woes contrasted sharply with the crowd's energy. Doncic struggled with just six of 17 shots, eventually finishing with a triple double of 19 points, 15 rebounds, and 12 assists. The Lakers capitalized on Doncic's off night, with LeBron James scoring 16 points in the fourth quarter to help secure a 107-99 victory. Dorian Finney-Smith stepped up with crucial contributions, showcasing the Lakers' depth in the absence of Anthony Davis. Despite Doncic's difficulties, the Lakers demonstrated their league-best defense, extending their winning streak to 13 out of 16 games.