The Lakers beat the Raptors 110-93, with Ayton and Doncic returning strong, as L.A. held Toronto to 93 points and 13 in the fourth.

The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Toronto Raptors 110-93, improving to 6-9 since December 20, behind a dominant defensive effort that held Toronto to a season-low 93 points. Deandre Ayton returned from injury with 25 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 10-of-10 from the field, while Luka Doncic added 25 points in his return. LeBron James scored 24 points, and the Lakers held the Raptors to just 13 points in the fourth quarter. Scottie Barnes led Toronto with 22 points, and Sandro Mamukelashvili scored 20, but the Raptors lost back-to-back games for the first time since late December. The Lakers begin an eight-game road trip following the game.