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“Lawsuit Baiting” – NBA Fans Rip Heckler For Allegedly Telling Austin Reaves to Swing at Him During Lakers-Pistons

The LA Lakers’ Nov. 8th matchup against the Detroit Pistons featured a strange courtside moment involving Austin Reaves and a fan at Little Caesars Arena.

By Advait Jajodia · Sportskeeda

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 6:34 AM

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NBA fans criticized a courtside heckler who reportedly urged Austin Reaves to hit him during a game in Detroit.
Supporters on social media described the heckler's behavior as an attempt at lawsuit baiting.
The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Detroit Pistons 121-116 behind a 43-point performance from Austin Reaves.

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NBA fans criticized a courtside spectator who reportedly urged Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves to swing at him during a game against the Detroit Pistons. The incident occurred on November 8 at Little Caesars Arena after Reaves fell near fans following a collision with Ron Holland II. Fans on social media accused the heckler of attempting to bait Reaves into a confrontation for a lawsuit.

Reaves maintained his composure during the exchange and went on to score 43 points, leading the Lakers to a 121-116 victory. With Luka Doncic sidelined, Reaves scored 24 of his points in the second half, helping Los Angeles extend its winning streak to five games.

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