LOS ANGELES (AP) — Luka Doncic had 38 points and 11 assists, Austin Reaves added 29 points and the Los Angeles Lakers held off the Los Angeles Clippers down the stretch for a 125-122 victory Friday night.

Video highlights of Los Angeles Lakers star Austin Reaves forcing overtime and Luka Doncic's game-winner against the Denver Nuggets.

Luka Doncic had arguably his best performance so far this season as the Lakers got their fourth straight win in a shootout against the Bulls.

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Luka Doncic had 51 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists, LeBron James added 18 points in his return after missing three games because of injuries and the Los Angeles Lakers used a strong third quarter to defeat the Chicago Bulls 142-130 on Thursday night.

Video highlights of Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic and Deandre Ayton erupting offensively against the Chicago Bulls.

Deandre Ayton #5 of the Los Angeles Lakers dunks the ball during an NBA basketball game against the Chicago Bulls, Thursday March 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, Calif. Luka Dončić #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers celebrates during an NBA basketball game against the Chicago Bulls, Thursday March 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, Calif.

On Saturday evening, the Los Angeles Lakers played the Denver Nuggets (at home).The Lakers won (in overtime) by a score of 127-125.Luka Doncic exploded for 30 points, 11 rebounds, 13 assists, one steal and three blocks while shooting 10/26 from the field and 4/14 from three-point range in 43 minutes of playing time.

The Minnesota Timberwolves completely no-showed their second straight game, including a season-worst showing from Anthony Edwards.