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Luka Doncic made a dominant return after a three-game absence, powering the Los Angeles Lakers to a 117-112 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday night at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee.

Dallas Mavericks’ Anthony Davis will miss the game against the Detroit Pistons in Mexico City due to a leg injury diagnosed as a low-grade calf strain. The team faces challenges with key players, including Davis and Kyrie Irving, currently out due to injuries. Mavericks adjust strategies to cope with player absences.

The NBA Board of Governors approved the $10 billion sale of the Los Angeles Lakers to billionaire Mark Walter, marking the highest-valued transaction in NBA history. Mark Walter, co-owner of the LA Dodgers and CEO of Guggenheim Partners, will acquire majority ownership from Jeanie Buss.

La Salle basketball star Mike Phillips has confirmed his participation with the Gilas Pilipinas national team for the upcoming Southeast Asian Games. After a recent victory in the UAAP Season 88, Phillips swiftly accepted the invitation from head coach Norman Black, strengthening the team’s roster with his experience from the 2023 gold-winning campaign in Cambodia.

In an NBC interview, Michael Jordan criticized NBA load management, emphasizing the importance of playing through challenges and performing for fans, drawing on his 1997 NBA Finals experience.

World number one Carlos Alcaraz was defeated by Cameron Norrie in the opening match at the Paris Masters. Alcaraz, a six-time Grand Slam champion, faced this shock loss with scores of 4-6, 6-3, 6-4. This defeat could impact his ranking as rival Jannik Sinner advances.

Manny Pacquiao has confirmed talks are underway for a potential rematch with Floyd Mayweather, with discussions hinting at the match being streamed on Netflix. Additionally, Pacquiao is in early talks for a fight with Vasiliy Lomachenko, with both bouts possibly occurring in 2026.

Eman Bacosa, the 21-year-old son of Manny Pacquiao, remained undefeated with a unanimous decision victory over Nico Salado at “Thrilla in Manila 2” in Araneta Coliseum, extending his record to 7-0.

Ateneo’s Blue Eagle Gym in Manila will host the FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers game between Gilas Pilipinas and Guam on December 1, 2023. The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas announced this shift from usual venues like Smart Araneta Coliseum. This match is part of the qualifiers for the 2027 FIBA World Cup.

Rookie Dylan Harper’s impressive performance leads the San Antonio Spurs to a 118-107 victory over the Brooklyn Nets in the home opener. Harper scored 20 points and provided eight assists, marking a strong start to the season for the Spurs.