Reaves Scores 43 as Lakers Beat Pistons

Austin Reaves scored a season-high 43 points to lead the Lakers to a 121-116 road win over Detroit, with Luka Dončić sidelined by back tightness. Reaves delivered against the NBA’s top-ranked defense as Los Angeles improved to 9-2; coach JJ Redick praised his confidence, and James Worthy said he has shown All-Star ability. The Lakers built an early lead and held off Detroit’s comeback, with the win showing they can remain competitive without Dončić, whose back issue remains a concern. Separately, Bronny James was filmed in a heated exchange with a courtside spectator; the footage did not reveal what prompted it, and reports that the spectator was removed were not officially explained.