This Friday night, two Western Conference powerhouses collided, and the energy inside FedEx Forum was electric. Fans were glued to every possession as the two teams battled it out.

“But Knecht set an unrealistic expectation off the bat with a scorching month of November in which he averaged 13.6 points per game and shot 46% from three-point range. Now, just a year removed, Knecht is a clear trade candidate who may not factor into the Lakers' future plans.”

On Sunday, November 2, the Los Angeles Lakers (4-2) take on the Miami Heat (3-2) as 5.5-point favorites. The matchup's over/under is set at 233.5. Los Angeles defeated the Grizzlies 117-112 in their last encounter on Friday.

Austin Reaves hit a game-winner to lead the shorthanded Los Angeles Lakers to another win over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Lakers reserve center Jaxson Hayes spoke about the team’s bench and their energy and how it changes the game this season.

The Los Angeles Lakers have been dealing with injuries to key players to start the season. LeBron James started the year on the injured list, then Luka Doncic picked up an injury after just two games.