Despite the anticipated debut of LeBron James and Luka Doncic, they were sidelined for the game. Austin Reaves took advantage of the situation, scoring a career-high 45 points and leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a victory over the Indiana Pacers. The Lakers jumped to a quick lead with a stellar first quarter, while Rui Hachimura added valuable support with 24 points. The absence of key players opened the door for lesser-known individuals on the roster to contribute significantly, showcasing the team’s depth and resilience despite a challenging situation.
Austin Reaves stepped up for the Lakers, scoring a career-high 45 points amid injuries, leading to a 124-117 victory despite missing key players.
The Lakers played a near-perfect first quarter, leading 44-22, highlighting depth with contributions from two-way players and newly signed guard Jordan Goodwin.
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