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• Luka Doncic touts his improved defense, draws praise from Lakers, Raptors

  Luka Doncic scored 45 points Sunday in the Lakers' 131-125 win over the Raptors, but it was his defensive impact that drew the most praise.

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  Article published:Nov 2, 2:07 AM ET

• Luka Doncic addresses defense and Lakers’ championship potential - TalkBasket.net

  Luka Doncic discussed his defensive improvement, offensive rhythm and the Los Angeles Lakers’ championship ambitions after scoring 45 points in Sunday’s 131-125 victory over the Toronto Raptors. The post Luka Doncic addresses defense and Lakers’ championship potential appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

  Publisher:TalkBasket.netArticle published:Nov 2, 2:34 AM ET

• Luka Doncic erupts with 45 points as Lakers hold off Raptors - TalkBasket.net

  Luka Doncic recorded 45 points, 15 rebounds, six assists and five steals to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 131-125 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday night at Crypto.com Arena. The post Luka Doncic erupts with 45 points as Lakers hold off Raptors appeared first on TalkBasket.net.

  Publisher:TalkBasket.netArticle published:Nov 2, 2:04 AM ET

• Luka Dončić has taken a step forward defensively for the Lakers this season

  LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 1: Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers plays defense against Scottie Barnes #4 of the Toronto Raptors during the game between the Toronto Raptors and the Los Angeles Lakers on November 1, 2026 at Crypto.Com Arena in Los Angeles, California. Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBAE via Getty Images LOS ANGELES — Luka Dončić has heard it all. He can’t play defense. He’s a showman, a front runner, a whiny shot-chucker whose game isn...

  Publisher:Silver Screen and RollArticle published:Nov 2, 1:49 AM ET

• Luka Dončić carries Lakers to win over Raptors

  Another brilliant Luka Dončić performance carried the Lakers to a win over the Raptors.

  Publisher:Yahoo Sports NBAArticle published:Nov 1, 11:37 PM ET

• Luka Doncic Addresses Defensive Critics, Last Season's Frustrations After 45-Point Masterclass vs. Raptors

  The Lakers' superstar Luka Doncic makes his feelings known after dropping 45 points in an explosive two-way performance against the Raptors tonight.

  Publisher:Fadeaway WorldArticle published:Nov 2, 1:29 AM ET

• A pattern emerges in Raptors losses, as do bright spots in LA

  LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 1: Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers plays defense against Scottie Barnes #4 of the Toronto Raptors during the game between the Toronto Raptors and the Los Angeles Lakers on November 1, 2026 at Crypto.Com Arena in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyr...

  Publisher:Raptors HQArticle published:Nov 2, 12:44 AM ET

• Lakers Player Ratings: Luka Goes Off Again As Los Angeles Drops 131 Points On Raptors - Fadeaway World

  Luka Doncic continued his MVP-level play with 45 points and 15 rebounds as the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Toronto Raptors 131-125 on Sunday night.

  Publisher:Fadeaway WorldArticle published:Nov 2, 12:35 AM ET

• Lakers’ Luka Doncic is not having it with Scottie Barnes’s shenanigans during Raptors game

  Luka Doncic wasted little time asserting his dominance against the Toronto Raptors in Sunday’s game for the Los Angeles Lakers. By halftime, Doncic appeared fully focused on securing the victory and showed little interest in entertaining Scottie Barnes’ antics. During the game, Barnes and Doncic got tangled up with each other during a play, leading […] The post Lakers’ Luka Doncic is not having it with Scottie Barnes’s shenanigans during Raptors game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

  Publisher:ClutchPointsArticle published:Nov 1, 11:30 PM ET

• Lakers’ Luka Doncic torches Raptors with stat line NBA has not seen before

  The Toronto Raptors probably need to call a fire truck after getting torched by Luka Doncic on Sunday. The Los Angeles Lakers beat the Raptors, 131-125, at Crypto.com Arena. Doncic was prolific as usual, with coach JJ Redick handing him the keys. Doncic carried the Lakers with another all-around performance, including brushing off a little […] The post Lakers’ Luka Doncic torches Raptors with stat line NBA has not seen before appeared first on ClutchPoints.

  Publisher:ClutchPointsArticle published:Nov 1, 11:51 PM ET

• Luka Doncic puts on another sensational show, scoring 45 in Lakers' win over Raptors

  Lakers star Luka Doncic finishes with 45 points, 15 rebounds, six assists and five steals in a 131-125 win over the Toronto Raptors.

  Publisher:Yahoo Sports NBAArticle published:Nov 1, 11:53 PM ET