Austin Reaves had a career night once again, scoring 51 points to lead the Lakers, without Luka Dončić or LeBron James, to a big road win over the Kings, 127-120.

Reaves’ 51 points came on just 12-22 shooting as he went 21-22 at the free throw line. He flirted with a triple-double as well, tallying 11 rebounds and nine assists. Rui Hachimura scored 18 points with two steals. Deandre Ayton pitched in with 22 points, 15 rebounds and two assists.

Marcus Smart notched 11 points with five assists. Jarred Vanderbilt had nine points, five rebounds, two assists and two steals.

Sacramento’s Keon Ellis opened the first period with a quick dunk. Both teams committed a couple of turnovers before settling in. The Lakers involved Ayton early, letting him be aggressive offensively. Hachimura was a per

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