• Fri. Mar 14th, 2025

Lakers Fans Disappointed With Loss To Bucks Despite Luka Doncic’s Best Scoring Game In LA

ByGbemiro Timmy

Mar 14, 2025

The Los Angeles Lakers appear to be a mere shadow of the squad that ruled the NBA throughout February, suffering their third consecutive defeat tonight with a 106-126 loss against the Milwaukee Bucks. The Lakers played without multiple important players such as LeBron James, Rui Hachimura, and Jaxson Hayes.

 

Luka Doncic recorded his best scoring performance as a Laker, tallying 45 points (14-27 FG) along with 11 rebounds in the defeat. Doncic began the game with 29 points in the first half, the highest for a Laker in any match this season. Austin Reaves was the only other player to step up, scoring 28 points (10-17 FG) and grabbing eight rebounds from the bench. Dalton Knecht’s 10 points (4-7 FG) made him the sole other player to reach double digits.

Game Summary: Bucks 126, Lakers 106

 

The response from fans was varied, with many expressing happiness for Doncic but disappointment over the outcome.

 

“This game reminds me of the 2023 Mavs with Luka going wild and receiving no assistance,” said one fan regarding Luka’s efforts to lift a depleted Lakers team.

 

“Lakers require LeBron and Hayes to return.” “Desperately,” stated a fan, recognizing that the Lakers won’t regain their winning form until the players are healthy.

 

“Luka scored 45 points with over 50% shooting, but the Lakers are being dominated by the Bucks in Milwaukee.” “As a fan of Luka who has little love for the Lakers, this is how I feel,” stated a non-Lakers supporter who appreciated the result of the matchup.

Austin Reaves scored 28 points against the Milwaukee Bucks.

 

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Supporters had a varied response to the match, as numerous were satisfied with Doncic but let down by the outcome.

 

“This game reminds me of the 2023 Mavs with Luka going wild while receiving no assistance,” remarked one fan regarding Luka’s efforts to lead an undermanned Lakers team.

 

“Lakers require LeBron and Hayes to return.” “Desperately,” remarked a fan, realizing that the Lakers won’t return to success until the players are healthy.

 

“Luka has scored 45 points with over 50% shooting, yet the Lakers are being overwhelmed by the Bucks in Milwaukee.” “As a fan of Luka who strongly dislikes the Lakers, this is the way,” stated a non-Lakers supporter who was pleased with the result of the game.

“Let’s hope all the dreadful Rui takes can finally be laid to rest now.” “By far the most crucial player for the Lakers,” remarked another fan regarding the necessity of Rui Hachimura’s return to the game.

 

“Austin Reaves’ determination is highly undervalued,” remarked a fan, praising Reaves for his efforts to maintain the Lakers’ chances.

 

“On a personal level, this was Luka’s top performance of the season.” Furthermore, we triumph in this match with Rui and Bron. Only Reaves and Luka were present tonight; no one else came. Additionally, show some respect for Jaxson Hayes. “Catch you tomorrow for Lakers Nuggets,” remarked a fan eager for their back-to-back with the Nuggets, despite tonight’s defeat.

 

The Bucks secured a victory tonight thanks to four outstanding performances. Giannis Antetokounmpo topped the scoring list with 24 points (8-17 FG), alongside 12 rebounds and nine assists. Brook Lopez scored 23 points, grabbed four rebounds, and provided five assists, while Damian Lillard added 22 points (6-14 FG), six rebounds, and 10 assists. Kevin Porter Jr. contributed 22 points (5-10 FG) coming off the bench.

With tonight’s loss, the Lakers dropped to a 40-24 season record, falling to the No. 4 seed in the Western Conference. They currently trail No. 2 by a full game and are tied with the No. 5 seeded Houston Rockets, so they must begin to maximize victories promptly.

 

This marked a significant victory for the Bucks, as their record rose to 37-28, placing them half a game in front of the Indiana Pacers for the No. 4 seed in the Eastern Conference.

 

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