Luka Dončić Frustrated After Rui Hachimura Missed Easy Basket
Luka Dončić displayed his exceptional passing skills during the Lakers’ Wednesday night game against the Spurs. At one moment, he tried to surprise San Antonio’s defense with a long, full-court pass to Rui Hachimura, positioned right under the rim.
Hachimura caught the ball and went for a layup, but was fouled and couldn’t finish the play. Dončić, clearly unimpressed, exchanged a teasing look with his teammate and jokingly mimed shouting before smiling it off.
Hachimura didn’t miss twice. Afterward, he sank a three-pointer from another brilliant Dončić assist, this time coming off a no-look, one-handed pass over the shoulder while trapped on the baseline.
The second play helped them recover the lost momentum, with Hachimura redeeming himself. Dončić tallied seven assists, 22 points, and six rebounds in the first half, continuing his dominant all-around performance.
Karl Rasmussen, a staff writer for Sports Illustrated’s Breaking and Trending News team, authored the report. He is a University of Oregon graduate who joined SI in February 2023 and has previously contributed to 12up and ClutchPoints.
Author’s Summary
A lighthearted moment between Dončić and Hachimura turned into redemption, showcasing both players’ chemistry and Dončić’s trademark creativity on the court.