Lakers Streak Snapped in Detroit, Jenkins and Duren Power Pistons

Written By Malcolm Xavier of The Lakers Room

I've been angry with the Detroit Pistons since 2004, tonight didn't make it any better. On a night the Pistons were minus Cade Cunningham and Isaiah Stewart, LA had its 9 game win streak snapped in the 5th contest on this 6 game road trip. Luka Doncic scored 32 points on an inefficient 11-29 shooting (3-13 from deep), he also missed a potential game tying 30 plus foot three pointer over a heavy Jalen Duren contest. The last play felt busted from the start, prior to Austin Reaves had gave the Lakers the lead 110-109 with 29 seconds left. Daniss Jenkins responded quickly with a 12 footer to give Detroit the lead 111-110 and after a Doncic miss Jenkins who scored 30 capped the win with two more free throws toa give Detroit a 113-110 win over the streaking Lakers. Jalen Duren added 20 points and 11 rebounds.

After struggling early Austin Reaves finished with 24 and played well in the second half. LeBron added 12 on 4/10 shooting, Deandre Ayton had a double double in the loss with 13 points and 10 rebounds 4 being offensive. LA plays at Indiana on Wednesday as it looks to get back on the winning track.