Los Angeles turned a tied first quarter into a 61-54 halftime edge and leads 63-54 early in the third.
The Lakers and Kings traded baskets through a 28-28 first quarter before Los Angeles pulled clear with a 33-26 second. At halftime Wednesday, Nov. 4, the Lakers led 61-54; they remain ahead 63-54 in the third quarter. Luka Doncic has 23 points, and Darius Acuff Jr. leads Sacramento with 14. The Lakers’ 6-2 start and No. 8 power index rank contrast with the Kings’ 1-6 record and No. 27 rank. After the break, Sacramento needs to slow Doncic and turn Domantas Sabonis’ 11 rebounds into more offense if it hopes to close the gap.
Key Performers
Luka Doncic, Lakers: 23 points, 4 assists Darius Acuff Jr., Kings: 14 points, 5 assists Domantas Sabonis, Kings: 7 points, 11 rebounds