A lighthearted courtside moment quickly stole the spotlight during the Los Angeles Lakers’ Game 2 victory over the as Luka Dončić delivered a priceless reaction to Alperen Şengün’s ambitious pump fake attempt.
With the Lakers securing a 101-94 win to take a commanding 2-0 series lead, much of the attention was understandably on LeBron James and the team’s strong overall performance.
During a tense stretch of the game, Şengün attempted a bold pump fake from beyond the arc, seemingly trying to outsmart the defense and create space for a shot.
Instead of drawing admiration, the move drew a dismissive and almost comedic response from Dončić, who was seated courtside.
While the moment added entertainment value, the game itself painted a tougher picture for Houston. Despite Kevin Durant’s return and team-high 23 points, the Rockets struggled to find consistent rhythm.
Şengün contributed 20 points, but the supporting cast failed to make a significant impact, allowing the Lakers to maintain control for most of the contest.
Interestingly, Şengün had already been in the headlines earlier in the series for a separate viral moment involving LeBron James.
A clip showed him quickly standing up as LeBron walked by, which many interpreted as a sign of respect. However, Şengün later clarified that he was simply for something in his pocket, dismissing the speculation.
As the series now shifts forward, the Rockets face mounting pressure to respond. Meanwhile, the Lakers appear confident and composed.