In a season already buzzing with excitement, the Los Angeles Lakers have just unleashed a jaw-dropping revelation that’s sending shockwaves through the NBA world. As the team gears up for their highly anticipated crosstown rivalry clash against the Los Angeles Clippers on Tuesday night, the Lakers took to social media to drop a historic bombshell about their superstar guard, Luka Doncic. This isn’t just any stat line—it’s a first in league history, cementing Doncic’s scorching start as one for the ages.
The Lakers, who are off to a blistering 12-4 start in their first full season with Doncic at the helm, shared the news with a slick graphic and a caption that read: “Historic start for Luka Dončić.” According to the post, Doncic has become the first player in NBA history to rack up 400 or more points and 100 or more assists through the first 12 games of a season. That’s right—400 points and 100 assists in just 12 games. If that doesn’t scream MVP frontrunner, what does?
Doncic, the 26-year-old Slovenian sensation, has been nothing short of dominant since joining the Purple and Gold. Through those opening 12 contests, he’s averaging a staggering 34.5 points per game, paired with 8.9 assists, 8.8 rebounds, and 2 steals. His shooting splits? A solid 46.7% from the field and 31.1% from beyond the arc. Sure, that three-point percentage could use a tweak for peak efficiency, but let’s be real—there’s been zero room for complaints in Lakerland. With Doncic orchestrating the offense like a maestro, the Lakers have transformed into bona fide Western Conference contenders, ready to challenge the likes of the Nuggets, Thunder, and Mavericks (ironically, his former team).
This historic milestone comes on the heels of what might be the boldest move in recent Lakers history. Last season, before the trade deadline, GM Rob Pelinka pulled the trigger on a blockbuster deal with the Dallas Mavericks, shipping out Anthony Davis, Max Christie, and additional assets to land Doncic. At the time, it raised eyebrows—trading away a franchise cornerstone like AD? But Pelinka’s gamble is paying dividends in spades. Doncic has elevated the team’s play, blending his scoring prowess with playmaking wizardry that’s left opponents reeling night after night.
And the Lakers aren’t stopping at just acquiring him. This offseason, Pelinka and the front office locked in Doncic long-term with a lucrative three-year, $165 million extension. It’s a clear signal: The Lakers are all-in on the Doncic era, building around his unique skill set to chase another championship banner.
As the Lakers prepare to face off against the Clippers in the “Battle for LA,” all eyes will be on Doncic to see if he can sustain this torrid pace. The matchup tips off at 11 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on NBC and Peacock, promising fireworks between two star-studded squads. If Doncic keeps this up, he’s not just in the MVP conversation—he could run away with it.
For Lakers fans, this bombshell is the cherry on top of an already electrifying season. Historic feats, a red-hot record, and a superstar leading the charge? Los Angeles is back, baby—and the league better watch out.