In the NBA preseason, the Lakers lost to the Suns 104-113.

After the game, Reeves accepted an interview with reporters. Talking about Doncic's shooting during training, he said: "It was outrageous. He (occasionally) shot with one foot from about 35 feet (10.7 meters) away, and he almost made it. It's incredible."

In this game, Reeves started In 31 minutes of the game, he made 8 of 16 shots, 2 of 6 three-pointers, 7 of 8 free throws, and scored 25 points, 4 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal, and 1 block. In 22 minutes, Doncic made 7 of 15 shots, 4 of 8 three-pointers, 7 of 9 free throws, and scored 25 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists.