Luka Doncic made his highly anticipated Los Angeles Lakers debut against the Utah Jazz on Monday, attracting an average of 2.01 million viewers on ESPN.
This viewership figure marks a significant 42% increase compared to the same time slot from the previous year.
The game reached its peak viewership at 2.55 million viewers, showcasing the high level of interest surrounding Doncic’s arrival in Los Angeles.
Despite playing just 24 minutes, Doncic contributed 14 points to the team’s effort, with the Lakers securing a comfortable 132-113 victory over the Jazz.
Luka Doncic's Lakers' Debut Peaks At 2.55M Viewers On ESPN https://t.co/KfWvCMh8dG
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