Pistons Edge Lakers 117-114 to Complete Season Sweep
Detroit's balanced offense and defensive pressure secured their second consecutive win, holding off LeBron James' triple-double in a tense finish.
- Malik Beasley led the Pistons with 21 points, while Cade Cunningham recorded 20 points and 10 assists in the victory.
- LeBron James notched his eighth triple-double of the season with 28 points, 11 rebounds, and 11 assists but missed a potential game-tying three-pointer at the buzzer.
- Detroit forced 20 Lakers turnovers, converting them into 28 points, which proved critical in the tightly contested game.
- The Pistons achieved their first season sweep of the Lakers since 2016-17, showcasing improved defensive intensity and bench contributions.
- The Lakers' three-game winning streak ended as they struggled with turnovers and physicality, despite a strong fourth-quarter rally led by James.