Reaves scores 43 points, leads Doncic-less Lakers past Pistons

Austin Reaves scored 43 points to propel the Los Angeles Lakers to a 121-116 victory over the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena on Sunday. The Lakers were without Luka Doncic, who was ruled out prior to the contest due to lower-back tightness. Walker Kessler made a significant contribution for Los Angeles with 12 points and 16 rebounds.

Los Angeles built an early 40-14 lead before Detroit launched a comeback behind 31 points from Daniss Jenkins and 24 from Kevin Huerter off the bench. After Detroit narrowed the deficit to a single point in the fourth quarter, Reaves secured the win by hitting an off-balance three-pointer and late free throws.