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Key Lakers vs Clippers takeaways: Kessler's hot start has LA cruising

The Lakers secured a 125-117 victory over the Clippers on Friday, moving to a 2-0 record. Austin Reaves paced the winners with 28 points and nine assists, while Walker Kessler contributed 22 points, eight rebounds, and six blocks.

Despite 11 turnovers, Luka Doncic added 23 points for the Lakers, who pulled away during a 39-26 third quarter. Darius Garland led the Clippers with 26 points, though the team struggled with 26 total turnovers.

Rui Hachimura recorded 16 points and six rebounds in his return to the arena against his former team. The Lakers will face the Utah Jazz on Sunday, while the Clippers prepare to play the Oklahoma City Thunder.

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