After a tough stretch, the Los Angeles Lakers snapped their three‑game losing streak with a commanding 125–101 victory over the Sacramento Kings. Superstar Luka Dončić led the charge with 34 points, while Nick Smith Jr. delivered a breakout performance off the bench, scoring 21 points with five three‑pointers in the absence of Austin Reaves due to injury. The Lakers’ balanced scoring and improved team play energized the crowd and provided a much‑needed boost to their season momentum.