Luka Doncic and Jericho Sims Shine in Epic Lakers-Bucks Showdown

The first half of the Lakers vs Bucks game was nothing short of spectacular, with Luka Doncic and Jericho Sims stealing the show with their incredible performances.

Luka Doncic's Masterclass

Midway through the second quarter, Luka Doncic found himself in the corner, guarded by Milwaukee Bucks' AJ Green. With the shot clock winding down, Doncic made a move that left everyone in awe. He took one dribble to his left and launched a one-legged step-back 3-pointer. The ball swished through the net, marking his 26th point of the half. This spectacular shot capped off a 10-0 run for the Lakers and left the bench, including Markieff Morris, shaking their heads in disbelief.

LUKA 1-LEGGED STEP-BACK FADEAWAY 😲 He's got 26 in the 1st half on TNT! — NBA (@NBA) March 14, 2025

Jericho Sims' Aerial Assault

Earlier in the quarter, Jericho Sims showcased his incredible athleticism. Damian Lillard floated a perfect alley-oop pass, and Sims took flight, soaring above Jordan Goodwin to hammer down an electrifying dunk. The Bucks' star Giannis Antetokounmpo could only look on in amazement.

DAME UP TOP TO JERICHO 😱 pic.twitter.com/Bueuv7IVkK— NBA (@NBA) March 14, 2025

Halftime Recap

The Bucks managed to maintain a 71-63 lead heading into halftime. Despite the deficit, Luka Doncic's 29 points were the most by a Lakers player in a first half since Kobe Bryant in 2009, according to ESPN Research. The first half was a testament to the high-energy and fiercely competitive nature of this matchup, setting the stage for an unforgettable second half.