There are many words to describe Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic. But for coach JJ Redick, one adjective stands out, and he heard it from an old mentor.
The Lakers earned an easy win for the second consecutive night after defeating the Sacramento Kings 128-104 at Crypto.com Arena on Sunday. They defeated the Golden State Warriors 129-101 on Saturday at Chase Center.
Doncic was remarkable in both games. Against the Kings, he had a game-high 28 points on 10 of 16 shooting, five rebounds and nine assists. Despite slipping on the floor in the third quarter, he made a spectacular shot.
When asked about it, coach JJ Redick had the perfect word to describe Doncic: Daring.
"Coach K always used the word 'courageous,'" he said, referring to his former coach at Duke, Mike Krzyzewski, in a video posted by Khobi Price of the California Post.
"There is courage in Luka's game. One of the many reasons that makes him such a special player."
JJ Redick on this shot from Luka Doncic: "Coach K always used the word daring; daring is in Luka's game. One of the many reasons that makes him such a special player." https://t.co/mgJ6yaREa3 pic.twitter.com/F21IikmqFe
- Khobi Price (@khobi_price) 2 March 2026
Since entering the NBA as a teenager from Slovenia, Doncic has mesmerized fans with his daring performances, including making shots from beyond the three-point area and delivering nearly impossible passes.
He has mastered court angles, using his high intelligence and speed to beat defenders despite his lack of speed and athleticism.
Doncic's highlight reel is full of how-ever shots he made, and he'll happily add his wild bucket against the Kings to it.
Redick has known Doncic since they were teammates on the Dallas Mavericks, and while the second-year coach isn't afraid to rein in his players, he wouldn't dare demand his prized star change his style.
