Austin Reaves leads Lakers past Pistons with 43 points on November 8
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 4:45 AM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026
On November 8, the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Detroit Pistons 121-116. Austin Reaves scored a season-high 43 points, leading the Lakers to their fifth consecutive win. The game was notable for the absence of Luka Doncic, testing the Lakers' depth and resilience. Walker Kessler contributed with a double-double of 12 points and 16 rebounds. Jarred Vanderbilt's rebounding efforts also stood out, as he secured 10 boards in the game.
- •Lakers improve to 9-2, first in the West.
- •Austin Reaves scored 43 points, with five rebounds and four assists.
- •Walker Kessler recorded 12 points and 16 rebounds.
- •Jarred Vanderbilt secured 10 rebounds, contributing defensively.
- •Lakers aim to maintain momentum without Doncic.
- 4:45 AMYahoo Sports — 4 Huge Takeaways After Reaves Leads Shorthanded Lakers Past Pistons
"The Lakers' victory over the Pistons in Luka Doncic's absence provided us with some valuable insight.
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