What happened: Luka Doncic is the first player in NBA history to record six consecutive games with 35+ points, 5+ rebounds, 5+ assists and 5+ 3-pointers, per the Lakers. He has 40 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists against Sacramento, with Los Angeles leading the Kings 116-101 in a game still in progress.

Why it matters: The Lakers are 6-2 through eight games in 2026-27 and are in their first season without LeBron James since 2017-18, so the scoring load runs through Doncic. He is also pushing a run that has included five straight first halves of 20 points.

What to watch: The Lakers still lead 116-101 with the game in progress, and the streak's next test comes in their next game.