Key Lakers vs Clippers takeaways: Kessler's hot start has LA cruising
The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the L.A. Clippers 125-117 in their first rivalry game of the season. New Lakers center Walker Kessler stood out with 22 points and six blocks, while Austin Reaves led the team with 28 points.
Why it matters
This game highlights early-season roster performance and the impact of new acquisitions on team dynamics in the NBA.
The Los Angeles Lakers beat the L.A. Clippers 125-117 in the first game of the crosstown rivalry series at Crypto.com Arena on Friday, Oct. 23.
Austin Reaves nearly had a double-double for the Lakers with 28 points and nine assists. He finished 10-for-13 shooting from the field and 5-for-6 from the free-throw line on the night.
Luka Doncic added 23 points, seven assists, and six rebounds for the Lakers but also turned the ball over 11 times.
The Lakers ran away with the game in the third quarter, outscoring the Clippers 39-26.
Darius Garland nearly matched Reaves' production, finishing with 26 points and six assists for the Clippers.
The Lakers improve to 2-0 to start the season and will travel to play the Utah Jazz on Sunday. The Clippers fall to 1-1 and will look to rebound against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday.
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