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Austin Reaves Shines with 37 Points but Lakers Fall Short Against Nuggets

Despite Austin Reaves scoring a career-high 37 points, the Lakers couldn't clinch a victory over the Denver Nuggets, falling 131-126. LeBron James and Luka Dončić's absence left a gap, with Reaves and rookie Dalton Knecht stepping up. The Nuggets' Jamal Murray and Russell Westbrook secured the win during a thrilling finish, marking the Lakers’ fourth consecutive loss.