Luka Dončić is off to a spectacular start to the 2026-27 NBA season, anchoring the Los Angeles Lakers' early success and demonstrating an MVP-caliber performance. Even before the games begin, Dončić has been turning heads with remarkable warmup shots, including a particularly high-arcing shot from the corner that soared over the arena's retired jerseys.
Despite his dazzling pre-game displays, Dončić's on-court game is characterized by his pace and control of the offense. Entering a recent game against the Trail Blazers, he was averaging an impressive 38.5 points, 8.1 rebounds, eight assists, and 1.8 steals. His shooting efficiency was also strong, with a 49.5% field goal percentage and a 43.1% success rate from beyond the arc.
This strong performance comes after Dončić received zero MVP votes in a preseason survey of NBA general managers. As the Lakers establish themselves as one of the Western Conference's top teams, Dončić's play suggests he is aiming to prove his doubters wrong. If he and the Lakers can maintain this momentum, they are poised to be serious contenders later in the season.