Overview
- Detroit forced 21 turnovers that became 30 points, overpowered L.A. 74-44 in the paint, and won fast-break points 31-12 in a 128-106 win.
- Fouls were nearly even at 26 on Detroit and 24 on L.A., with free throws 31-29, aligning with Redick's pregame expectation of a lenient whistle.
- Notable sequences included a Marcus Smart technical after a shot to the face, a Jalen Duren elbow on Jake LaRavia upgraded to Flagrant 1, and a technical on Luka Dončić for flailing.
- Dončić posted 30 points and 11 assists but committed eight turnovers, saying the Lakers need to match Detroit's physicality.
- LeBron James declined to assess the officiating, cited injuries and lineup instability, and the defeat left L.A. at 20-11 with every loss by double digits.