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Giannis Antetokounmpo argues Luka Doncic may be the best scorer ‘to ever play this game’

Following a 138-117 victory for the Los Angeles Lakers over the Miami Heat, Giannis Antetokounmpo offered significant praise for opponent Luka Doncic. Antetokounmpo suggested that Doncic, who recorded 42 points and 13 assists in the contest, ranks among the greatest scorers in basketball history.

Doncic has maintained a league-leading scoring average of 38.3 points per game this season while guiding his team to a 6-2 record. Antetokounmpo also noted that the guard is a clear candidate for the MVP award given his individual production and his team's success.

This performance marked the fifth consecutive game in which Doncic scored at least 20 points in the first half, a feat not achieved by a Lakers player since Kobe Bryant in 2007.

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