Recap ·
October 20, 2026
Lakers survive Pacers in overtime 125-122
Che had 33 points, 12 assists and 5 steals as the Lakers improved to 1-0.
Che had 33 points, 12 assists and 5 steals, and the Lakers beat the Pacers 125-122 in overtime.
Che's free throws with 3:17 left in overtime put the Lakers ahead for good. The Pacers led by as many as 11. There were 23 lead changes and 11 ties.
Usiaalxo Siernro added 22 points and 12 assists for the Lakers. Pascal Siakam led the Pacers with 27 points on 11-of-17 shooting.
Aaron Nesmith left with a groin strain and is expected to miss four games. Austin Reaves left with a quad strain and is expected to miss two games.
The Lakers are 1-0; the Pacers fall to 0-1.