After scoring 25 points in a recent loss Hughes responded with another solid game in a 98/95 win over the Los Angeles Lakers. Hughes scored 16 points (7/13 from the field and 2/4 from behind the arc), grabbed 4 rebounds, distributed 4 assists, 2 steals and 2 blocked shots. The second blocked shot came with 13 seconds remaining in the contest after Hughes's errant pass was defected by Laker Kobe Bryant.
Hughes would play an integral role in the Cavaliers reclaiming the lead in the fourth quarter. He found Ira Newble for an uncontested finish at the rim with 5:53 remaining in the contest. His turnaround jump shot with 5:22 remaining would bring brought the Cavaliers within 1 point of the Lakers. Hughes turnaround jump shot with 4:27 remaining gave Cleveland a 90/86 lead. Hughes would connect on the following possession to give the Cavaliers a 6 point lead with 3:07 remaining.
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