Luka Doncic Responds to Critic Kendrick Perkins After 52-Point Outburst
The Lakers star offered a succinct emoji reply to Perkins' acknowledgment of his high-scoring performance.
Luka Dončić ignited the Los Angeles Lakers to a 132-123 victory over the Utah Jazz on Sunday, scoring a remarkable 52 points. This performance extends the Lakers' undefeated streak early in the season, with Dončić currently averaging 34.3 points per game, the second-highest in the league.
Among Dončić's vocal critics has been former NBA forward Kendrick Perkins. In the past, Perkins has questioned Dončić's injury history and readiness to lead a championship team, even defending a hypothetical trade in 2025.
However, following Dončić's latest scoring display, Perkins acknowledged the performance on social media, posting, "Luka with a cool 52 and 10 on the lord’s day." Dončić responded to the comment with a single sunglasses-wearing emoji, a post that has garnered significant attention online.
This exchange suggests Dončić is aware of Perkins' past criticisms and is confident in his current form. The Lakers are set to continue their season on Tuesday against the Trail Blazers in Los Angeles.