Luka Doncic has lauded Novak Djokovic as the “greatest of all time” after delivering a pivotal performance in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 128-104 triumph over the Sacramento Kings, a game witnessed by the tennis icon.
The 24-time Grand Slam champion was photographed with Doncic and teammate LeBron James. This followed the Slovenian player netting 28 points and nine assists, while the four-time NBA Most Valuable Player contributed 24 points, securing consecutive victories for the Lakers.
“Novak, in my estimation, is the GOAT,” Doncic expressed. “For him to be here observing me is astonishing. I am truly delighted he’s present.”
Greatness!@DjokerNole x @KingJames x @lukadoncic pic.twitter.com/W5vMMVM73t
— NBA (@NBA) March 2, 2026
Luka Doncic: The Audacious and Exceptional Qualities of the Lakers Guard
Having halted a three-match losing streak by defeating the Golden State Warriors 129-101 on Saturday, the Lakers now hold a 5-5 record, positioning them sixth in the Western Conference. Conversely, the Kings are 2-8, residing at the foot of the standings.
Doncic quipped that his stumble before attempting an off-balance three-pointer during the third quarter was entirely deliberate.
LUKA, HOW???
Slips, regathers, and swishes the three 🤯 pic.twitter.com/GvOKXFPCY5
— NBA (@NBA) March 2, 2026
“There’s an audacity to Luka’s game,” coach JJ Redick remarked about that moment. “It’s one of the many factors that distinguishes him as such an extraordinary player.
“During that phase, he executed a series of remarkable plays, and we consequently regained our rhythm. Having six games in eight nights, including back-to-back contests—one away and one at home—it’s vital that no player accumulates extensive playing time in either match.”
LEBRON HAMMERS HOME THE ALLEY-OOP 👑
Smart hustles for it.
Skips it up to James.
Over to Reaves.
Back to James for the SLAM!What a sequence 🤯 pic.twitter.com/6jISczJTCx
— NBA (@NBA) March 2, 2026
During his 13 minutes of play, Maxi Kleber of the Lakers converted all three of his attempts, tallying six points, and further supplied six rebounds and a block.
“I have genuinely relished playing alongside Maxi ever since our tenure in Dallas [between 2018 and 2025],” Doncic stated. “He performs all those actions that frequently go unrecorded statistically. It is wonderful to play with him.”
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total |
| Sacramento Kings | 18 | 31 | 27 | 28 | 104 |
| Los Angeles Lakers | 36 | 28 | 32 | 32 | 128 |
NBA Outcomes: Knicks Overcome Spurs, Celtics Vanquish 76ers
In other NBA news on Sunday, the New York Knicks concluded the San Antonio Spurs’ 11-game winning streak, while the Chicago Bulls halted their own 11-game losing streak by defeating the Milwaukee Bucks.
The Boston Celtics attained 40 victories with a 114–98 triumph over the Philadelphia 76ers, featuring 29 points from Jaylen Brown and 27 from Neemias Queta.
The Oklahoma City Thunder lead the Western Conference with a 7-3 record, following their 100-87 victory against the Dallas Mavericks.
| Result |
| New York Knicks 114-89 San Antonio Spurs |
| Chicago Bulls 120-97 Milwaukee Bucks |
| Brooklyn Nets 102-106 Cleveland Cavaliers |
| Denver Nuggets 108-117 Minnesota Timberwolves |
| Indiana Pacers 106-125 Memphis Grizzlies |
| Atlanta Hawks 135-101 Portland Trail Blazers |
| Orlando Magic 92-106 Detroit Pistons |
| Boston Celtics 114-98 Philadelphia 76ers |
| Dallas Mavericks 87-100 OKC Thunder |
| LA Clippers 137-117 New Orleans Pelicans |
| LA Lakers 128-104 Sacramento Kings |
Upcoming NBA Events: Matches and Timetable
NBA play continues with four contests scheduled for Tuesday.
| Home Team | Away Team | Time (ET) | TV / Streaming |
| Washington Wizards | Houston Rockets | 7:00 PM | SCHN, MNMT |
| Milwaukee Bucks | Boston Celtics | 7:30 PM | NBA TV, NBCS-B |
| Utah Jazz | Denver Nuggets | 9:00 PM | KJZZ, ALT |
| Golden State Warriors | LA Clippers | 10:00 PM | Peacock |