Pistons beat Lakers/ LeBron triple-double loss/ NBA Detroit vs. Lakers recap/ Pistons season sweep Lakers/ Newslooks/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ The Detroit Pistons edged out the Los Angeles Lakers 117-114 on Monday, securing a season sweep over the storied franchise. Malik Beasley and Cade Cunningham led the Pistons’ balanced attack, overcoming LeBron James’ triple-double and late-game heroics.
Pistons Sweep Lakers with 117-114 Victory Despite LeBron’s Triple-Double
Game Highlights
- Detroit’s Standouts: Malik Beasley scored 21 points, and Cade Cunningham contributed 20 points and 10 assists to lead the Pistons.
- LeBron’s Efforts: LeBron James logged the 120th triple-double of his career with 28 points, 11 rebounds, and 11 assists but missed a potential game-tying three-pointer at the buzzer.
- Jaden Ivey’s Impact: The rookie added 18 points, helping the Pistons win consecutive games for the first time since November.
Pistons Sweep Lakers 117-114 After LeBron’s Triple-Double Falls Short
Deep Look
Pistons Secure Season Sweep
The Detroit Pistons (9-21) earned a hard-fought victory over the Los Angeles Lakers (15-14) at Crypto.com Arena, overcoming a late rally by the home team. Detroit’s young core showcased its potential, snapping a seven-game road losing streak against the Lakers and marking its first season sweep of Los Angeles since 2016.
Malik Beasley led all Pistons scorers with 21 points, while Cade Cunningham delivered a double-double, adding 20 points and 10 assists. Jaden Ivey provided crucial fourth-quarter contributions with 18 points, helping Detroit build a 16-4 run that proved decisive.
LeBron’s Historic Night
LeBron James recorded his eighth triple-double of the season and the 120th of his career, finishing with 28 points, 11 rebounds, and 11 assists. Despite his heroics, the Lakers fell short, with James missing a contested 30-foot three-pointer at the buzzer that could have forced overtime.
Game Recap
The Pistons led 117-106 with under three minutes remaining, but a late surge by the Lakers, including an eight-point run capped by James’ driving layup, cut the lead to 117-114. After a successful video review overturned a foul call against the Pistons, Cunningham missed a three-pointer, giving the Lakers one final possession. However, James’ deep three-pointer rimmed out as time expired.
Anthony Davis contributed 19 points and 10 rebounds for the Lakers, but 20 turnovers and inconsistent defense marred their performance.
Key Takeaways
- Pistons: Detroit’s young roster is showing flashes of potential, with wins this month over New York, Miami, Phoenix, and the Lakers.
- Lakers: Sloppy ball-handling and defensive lapses led to the team’s downfall, with the Pistons scoring 117 points and forcing 20 turnovers.
Key Stats and Highlights
- Malik Beasley: 21 points
- Cade Cunningham: 20 points, 10 assists
- LeBron James: 28 points, 11 rebounds, 11 assists
Up Next
- Lakers: Visit the Golden State Warriors on Christmas Day.
- Pistons: Travel to Sacramento to face the Kings on Thursday.
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