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Reaves' Game-Winner Lifts Lakers to Thrilling Victory
30 Oct
Summary
- Austin Reaves' double-double powers Lakers to 116-115 win
- Jake LaRavia adds 27 points, 8 rebounds for Lakers
- Lakers overcome injuries to LeBron James and Luka Dončić
In a thrilling NBA matchup on October 28, 2025, the Los Angeles Lakers overcame a lengthy injury report to defeat the Minnesota Timberwolves 116-115. The hero of the night was Austin Reaves, who delivered a standout performance with a double-double of 28 points and 16 assists, along with 2 steals.
Reaves was not the only Lakers player to shine. Jake LaRavia added 27 points on an impressive 5-of-6 shooting from three-point range, while also grabbing 8 rebounds. Rui Hachimura chipped in 17 points, Deandre Ayton tallied 17 points and 10 rebounds, and Dalton Knecht contributed 15 points off the bench.
Despite a strong effort from Minnesota's Julius Randle, who scored 33 points, the Timberwolves were unable to overcome the Lakers' resilience. The victory was particularly impressive given that the Lakers were without the services of LeBron James and Luka Dončić due to injuries.
The win improved the Lakers' record to 3-2 on the season, while the Timberwolves fell to 2-3. The Lakers will look to build on this momentum as they prepare to face the Memphis Grizzlies on the road this Friday.
