Austin Reaves steps up in Luka Doncic’s absence to lead Lakers over Pistons

Austin Reaves stepped up to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a road victory over the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena on Sunday. Playing without star guard Luka Doncic, Reaves secured the win by hitting a clutch three-pointer with 46 seconds remaining before waving goodbye to courtside fans.

Doncic was ruled out for Sunday's matchup due to lower back tightness, missing his second game of the season. Under head coach JJ Redick, the Lakers overcame the Pistons' defense to continue their strong early-season momentum.