Lakers hold off Raptors after bench struggles in late game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 6:06 AM
Last updated Nov 2, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers faced the Toronto Raptors on November 1, 2026, and secured a 131-125 victory. After building a 26-point lead and a 16-point advantage in the final two minutes, head coach JJ Redick cleared the bench to finish the game. The bench unit faltered, prompting Redick to reinsert starters Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, Walker Kessler, and Matisse Thybulle to maintain their lead. Redick expressed disappointment over the bench's performance, noting critical areas for improvement as the team looks ahead.
- •Lakers led by 26 points during the game.
- •A 16-point lead was nearly erased by the bench unit.
- •Redick had to bring starters back to secure the win.
- •Lakers improve to a strong record in the early season.
- •Bench performance raises concerns for Redick moving forward.
- 6:06 AMYahoo Sports — JJ Redick goes off on the Lakers' bench after almost blowing the lead against the Raptors
"The Lakers' bench almost blew the lead against the Raptors on Sunday.
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