Luka Doncic scores 308 points in first eight NBA games

Luka Doncic has made NBA history with an outstanding start to the 2026-27 season, becoming the first player since Michael Jordan to score more than 300 points across his first eight appearances.

The Los Angeles Lakers star reached 308 points after scoring 40 in Wednesday's 116-103 victory over the Sacramento Kings. He has now surpassed the 303-point mark Jordan recorded in his first eight games of the 1988-89 season.

Only Wilt Chamberlain has produced a higher scoring total over the same number of games. He achieved the feat three times, with his best return being 418 points during the 1962-63 campaign.

Doncic was once again the driving force behind the Lakers' victory, shooting 11-of-23 from the field, including six three-pointers, and converting 12 of his 13 free throws. He also contributed nine rebounds and seven assists, while Austin Reaves added 21 points.

The Slovenian has now scored at least 35 points in six consecutive games, underlining his remarkable form as the Lakers continue their strong start to the season.