Lakers Dominate Mavericks Behind LeBron James Triple-Double

The Los Angeles Lakers delivered a commanding performance at Crypto.com Arena, overpowering the Dallas Mavericks with a 124–104 victory. The night belonged to LeBron James, who once again showcased his all-around brilliance with a dominant triple-double.

LeBron in full control

LeBron dictated the tempo from start to finish, finishing with 28 points, 12 assists, and 10 rebounds. He consistently punished defensive mismatches, controlled the half-court offense, and kept Dallas on its heels with smart reads and timely scoring.

Rui Hachimura’s efficiency lifts the offense

Rui Hachimura provided elite scoring efficiency, tallying 21 points on 69.2% shooting, including 3-of-4 from beyond the arc. His floor spacing was crucial in opening lanes for LeBron and maintaining offensive flow.

Lakers dominate the paint

Physicality was a major difference-maker. Jaxson Hayes delivered a strong interior performance with 16 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 steals, helping Los Angeles control the boards and protect the rim.

Team advantages told the story:

• Rebounds: Lakers 44, Mavericks 28
• Field goal percentage: Lakers 55.8%, Mavericks 49.4%
• Assists: Lakers 35, Mavericks 22

The Lakers’ ball movement and second-chance opportunities overwhelmed Dallas throughout the night.

Mavericks struggle to keep pace

For Dallas, Naji Marshall and Max Christie led the team with 19 points each, but the supporting cast failed to provide consistent scoring.

Perimeter shooting was a major issue, as the Mavericks connected on just 26.9% from three-point range. Klay Thompson had a quiet night, scoring 9 points in 23 minutes without making a significant impact late.

Final numbers

• Lakers: 124 points | 48 FGM | 10 3PM | 44 REB | 35 AST
• Mavericks: 104 points | 39 FGM | 7 3PM | 28 REB | 22 AST

Outlook

The win reinforces the Lakers’ strong momentum, driven by depth, efficiency, and LeBron James’ continued dominance. For the Mavericks, the loss highlights the need for better interior defense and more reliable perimeter shooting as they move forward.