The Los Angeles Lakers faced uncertainty regarding Anthony Davis's participation due to a shoulder contusion, but he was cleared to play just before their matchup against the Detroit Pistons.

During the game, Pistons veteran Malik Beasley humorously called out Davis for his tactics to draw fouls. Despite a solid start, Davis struggled in the second half, culminating in frustration that led to a technical foul for shoving Paul Reed, allowing the Pistons to capitalize on the situation.