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Luka Dončić, Sandro Mamukelashvili shine as Lakers down Kings

The Los Angeles Lakers secured their second preseason victory over the Sacramento Kings with a 114-110 win, showcasing a mix of offensive firepower and defensive struggles. The Lakers’ bench and starters combined for a commanding lead early, though it narrowed in the final minutes due to a high turnover count of 50 between both teams.

Luka Dončić set the tone with an early and-one, while Austin Reaves and Adou Thiero contributed with clutch plays, including a soaring dunk and a baseline layup. The Lakers’ three-point shooting proved decisive, with key baskets from Dončić, Reaves, Jake LaRavia, and rookie Sandro Mamukelashvili opening up a 19-3 run in the second quarter.

Mamukelashvili, in particular, emerged as a standout with nine points in the period, while Reaves added four assists and six points. Despite allowing 20 offensive rebounds, the Lakers capitalized on 38 free-throw attempts, maintaining control despite a technical foul on Dončić in the third quarter.

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