LeBron James and Luka Doncic powered the Los Angeles Lakers to a dominant 125-101 home win over Russell Westbrook and the Sacramento Kings on Sunday.

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Lakers head coach JJ Redick spoke about which player he feels can get an opportunity amid Austin Reaves‘ injury.

The Kings had absolutely no answer for the Lakers superstars tonight, as Luka Dončić finished with a game-high 34 points, 7 assists, 5 rebounds, 3 steals, and a block, while James had 24 points, 5 assists, 3 rebounds, and 2 steals on a hyper-efficient 11-of-13 from the field.

Lakers star Austin Reaves left the Christmas Day game early with an injury, and Luka Doncic had a message for Reaves after the loss.

It might be time for the Gonzaga standout on a two-way contract to finally wear his Los Angeles Lakers jersey. The team is missing Austin Reaves and big man Gabe Vincent while JJ Redick teased a little surprise for the Sacramento Kings.

On December 28, 2025, the Los Angeles Lakers return home to play the Sacramento Kings at Crypto.com Arena in an attempt to end a difficult run. Both sides are coping with injuries and inconsistent performance as the game begins at 9:30 p.

JJ Redick talks “reconnection” and fundamentals two days after ripping his team following a lopsided loss to the Rockets and losing Austin Reaves for four weeks.