The Los Angeles Lakers, missing several key players, faced the Portland Trail Blazers for the second night in a row. Despite Austin Reaves' impressive 41-point performance, the Lakers lost by 14 points. The team's lack of reliable ball handlers made it difficult to run their usual offense, giving the Trail Blazers an advantage in defending Reaves. While the Lakers' defense was solid, head coach JJ Redick acknowledged the need for more ball handlers to sustain wins, especially with upcoming games against the Minnesota Timberwolves and Memphis Grizzlies.
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