Luka Doncic goes backward in one statistical category, and Lakers are thrilled

The NBA rescinded Luka Doncic’s technical foul from the Lakers’ game against the Miami Heat after reviewing the incident. That leaves him with one technical this season, a small statistical reversal that the Lakers will welcome as he continues a prolific start.

Doncic scored 42 points, made 13 assists and grabbed seven rebounds in the Lakers’ 138-117 win, his fourth 40-point performance in five games. He is averaging a league-leading 38.3 points, alongside eight rebounds and 8.1 assists; the Lakers are fourth in the Western Conference at 6-2. Miami’s Giannis Antetokounmpo praised Doncic as one of the best scorers ever and an elite passer.