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Los Angeles Defeats Detroit 125-111 - Recap

Detroit was scorched by LeBron James for 25 points as the Lakers defeated the Pistons 125-111 in NBA action on Tuesday.

The Lakers were a -12.0-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 244.0.

D'Angelo Russell had 21 points for Los Angeles and Anthony Davis chipped in with 20 points. LeBron James had 8 assists for the Lakers, while Anthony Davis was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 14 boards.

Detroit got 19 points from Ausar Thompson in a losing cause and another 18 points from James Wiseman. Cade Cunningham contributed 7 assists for the Pistons, while James Wiseman had 9 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed Los Angeles were victorious, as the score was 71-48 at the break.

Detroit had a 50-47 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Los Angeles heads into a battle against the Jazz. Detroit, meanwhile, will have their next action against Phoenix.