Lakers pull out ugly win over Pistons for fifth straight victory

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James, right, drives past Detroit Pistons forward Sekou Doumbouya during the first half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, Jan. 5, 2020, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James, left, dunks as Detroit Pistons center Andre Drummond watches during the first half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, Jan. 5, 2020, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)SoundThe gallery will resume insecondsLos Angeles Lakers guard Alex Carus