Chicago Bulls

Luka Doncic’s 46 points power Lakers past Bulls

Published

January 27, 2026

Jan 26, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) shoots against Chicago Bulls guard Kevin Huerter (13) during the second half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

The Los Angeles Lakers took care of the Chicago Bulls 129-118 on Monday night. The game began with LeBron James delivering a throwback performance, scoring 20 points in the first half (24 total).

In the second half, it was all Luka Doncic. The former Dallas Mavericks star dropped 29 in the second half, including 20 in the third quarter alone. He finished with 46 points to go along with seven rebounds and 12 assists.

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For the Bulls, the firepower of LeBron and Doncic was too much to overcome. They fought hard, but on this night, all they could do was tip their hats to the Lakers.

About the Author Published Jan 27, 2026

TITAN FREY

Titan Frey is a dedicated father to three wonderful children, whom he takes immense pride in. His passions include reading, writing, basketball, both playing and watching, and playing chess. Titan spent five years working as a journalist for the basketball website fadeawayworld.net, where he served as editor-in-chief for four and a half years. One of his most notable achievements was interviewing Chuck Cooper III, the son of Chuck Cooper, the first African American ever drafted by an NBA team, and writing a biography that has been praised as the most definitive article about Cooper’s legacy. Titan is the author of more than ten novels and the screenwriter of three produced short films. His newest young adult novel, Echoes of the Hardwood: Braxton Foxworthy’s Time‑Travelling Book Report, blends basketball history with heartfelt storytelling and is now available. Order here: https://a.co/d/bo7BYz1