Luka Dončić returned to Dallas with FIRE—dropping a season-high-tying 45 points (7-of-10 from deep 😳)—but it wasn’t enough as the red-hot Lakers dominated the 4th quarter to take the W, 112-97, and win the season series 3-1. br br Despite the loss, Naji Marshall balled out with a team-high 23 points, 8 assists, and his 17th 20-piece of the season 👀 br br 💥 LeBron James made HISTORY, passing Kareem for 2nd all-time in games played (1,561), while dropping 27. br 💪 Anthony Davis recorded his 35th double-double of the year, passing Kevin Love for 41st all-time. br ⚔️ Dallas now drops to 2-3 in their last 5 vs. LA and 6-4 in their last 10 meetings. br br 📊 Mavericks dished out 30 assists, tied for their 8th-most this season. br 🔥 Daniel Gafford brought energy off the bench again with 10-6-3 and 2 blocks.