Thanks to contributions from Luka Doncic, LeBron James, and Austin Reeves, the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Miami Heat 134-126 on the road in another key game of the 2025/26 NBA regular season. Luka Doncic, who helped the Lakers secure the victory, said that in difficult situations, it's important to believe in yourself and he was very grateful for the full support from his teammates.

According to the data, Luka Doncic scored 60 points and 3 assists for the Los Angeles Lakers in this game, LeBron James scored 19 points and 10 assists, and Austin Reeves contributed 18 points and 4 assists.

When discussing the importance of team support, 27-year-old Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic said, "It shows that we care about each other a lot, and that's what a great team should be like. Seeing my teammates celebrate when I scored 60 points made me genuinely happy."

"I just believe in my performance in the game. I may not be in good form in some games, but I have been through these challenges, so I must believe in myself even more. I have the full support of my teammates, which has helped me a lot and shows what kind of team we are."

Regarding the cheers from the fans, Luka Doncic said, "It's a very powerful feeling, especially in Miami Heat's away game. When I heard the whole crowd chanting 'MVP,' I got goosebumps. It's really special."

“We were initially unsure if some players would be able to play, but in the end, I and other players, including Marcus Smart, all played. These are the players who usually get the most playing time, which shows the team's condition, and we fight together. We have always maintained our confidence, despite experiencing many injuries and changing many different lineups. But when the lineup is complete, we start to build momentum.”

After achieving an eight-game winning streak, the Los Angeles Lakers are currently ranked third in the Western Conference standings. In their next game, Redick's team will travel to Orlando to face the Magic.

In addition, Luka Doncic said, "I have the trust of my teammates, which is really special. We trust each other, and that's the best feeling."

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