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Sports · October 24, 2026

Austin Reaves, Walker Kessler lead Lakers past Clippers 125-117 for 2nd win to start season

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The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 125-117 on Friday night, improving to a 2-0 record for the start of the 2026-27 season. Guard Austin Reaves led the Lakers with 28 points and nine assists, while newly acquired center Walker Kessler contributed 22 points and six blocks. The victory was largely fueled by a third-quarter offensive surge, including a 16-4 run, that helped the Lakers create separation after the teams were tied at 64 at halftime.

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  • The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 125-117.
  • The game took place on Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
  • Austin Reaves scored 28 points.
  • Walker Kessler scored 22 points.
  • The Lakers moved to a 2-0 record to start the season.
  • The game was tied 64-64 at halftime.

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  • Austin Reaves had nine assists.
  • Walker Kessler had six blocked shots.
  • Luka Doncic and Matisse Thybulle are on the Lakers roster.
  • Rui Hachimura and Brook Lopez now play for the Clippers.
  • The Lakers had a 39-point third quarter.
  • The Lakers utilized a 16-4 run in the third quarter to take control.
  • Reaves scored 13 points in the third quarter.

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