Luka Dončić thrives in Lakers' offense; Kon Knueppel returns with injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 8:15 PM
Last updated Nov 8, 2026
Luka Dončić continues his exceptional performance for the Lakers, averaging 40.1 points per game this season. Dončić has scored at least 40 points in four consecutive games and at least 35 points along with five rebounds and five assists in his last seven games. Meanwhile, Victor Wembanyama recorded a historic game for the Spurs on November 4, scoring 52 points and gathering 24 rebounds. Rookie Kon Knueppel made his season debut for the Hornets on November 4 but aggravated a hamstring strain during the game. The Lakers are expected to capitalize on Dončić's momentum as the season progresses.
- •Luka Dončić averages 40.1 points, 7.8 rebounds this season.
- •Dončić scored at least 40 points in four straight games.
- •Victor Wembanyama scored 52 points and 24 rebounds on November 4.
- •Kon Knueppel returned from injury but aggravated a hamstring strain.
- •Hornets are monitoring Knueppel's condition after his recent injury.
- 8:15 PMYahoo Sports — Week 4 Look Ahead: Luka Dončić continues to dominate, while Kon Knueppel is back on the injury report
"Luka and Victor Wembanyama had elite performances in Week 3, while the Bulls welcome back center Nic Claxton.
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