Luka Dončić (Los Angeles Lakers)
October 2025

In LeBron’s injury absence, Dončić became the fourth ever to begin a season with consecutive 40-point games, totaling 92 points, 23 rebounds, 17 assists over two wins. Redick admitted trying to “get him 50.” Dončić joked his celebratory shimmy needs work, but conditioning, pace control, and inclusive passing fueled an explosive, confidence-building start.