On the second night of a back-to-back for both teams, the Lakers (30-41) found themselves in control for most of the game and at one point led by as many as 16 points. A furious comeback by Washington led to L.A.’s downfall, as the Wizards picked up the 127-119 win.
After producing three quarters of 30-plus points, the Lakers faltered in the final frame and were outscored 34-20. Kristaps Porzingis was at the center of the late rally, scoring 16 of his 27 points in the fourth.
The Wizards grabbed their first lead with about seven minutes left in regulation and finished the night on a 20-11 run.