For Austin Reaves, making the winning shot for Lakers on Christmas holds special meaning
1 week, 3 days ago

For Austin Reaves, making the winning shot for Lakers on Christmas holds special meaning

LA Times  

Lakers guard Austin Reaves celebrates after making a three-pointer during a 115-113 win over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night. “I’m really not really an emotional person,” Reaves said of the moment at the scorer’s table. on Christmas with a game-winner and a triple-double, and really the win that matters the most to me.” Following a six-turnover night in the Lakers’ loss to Detroit on Monday, Reaves rebounded with a strong game even before the final 6.6 seconds. “To start off,” Reaves said, “the play was not for me.” The Lakers tried to get the inbounded pass to LeBron James, but Draymond Green and Curry followed him.

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With Anthony Davis out, LeBron James and Max Christie lead Lakers past Portland
2 days, 10 hours ago

With Anthony Davis out, LeBron James and Max Christie lead Lakers past Portland

LA Times  

Lakers guard Max Christie pulls down a rebound during a 114-106 win over the Portland Trail Blazers at Crypto.com Arena on Thursday night. LeBron James and Max Christie combined to score 66 points, Christie finishing with a career-best 28, in the Lakers’ 114-106 win over the Trail Blazers. “Tonight was a career night for me,” Christie said, “so this is …

Lakers go all-in on Austin Reaves, hoping he'll become an all-star
3 days, 10 hours ago

Lakers go all-in on Austin Reaves, hoping he'll become an all-star

LA Times  

The Lakers have placed a wager as massive as LeBron James’ shoulders, and they have placed that wager on a former undrafted guard. The Lakers’ Austin Reaves leaps in the air and passes the ball during a game against the Cavaliers at Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday. Coach JJ Redick said he spoke to Reaves about “the patience to just make …

Austin Reaves and new-look Lakers are encouraged but can’t beat NBA-best Cavaliers
4 days, 10 hours ago

Austin Reaves and new-look Lakers are encouraged but can’t beat NBA-best Cavaliers

LA Times  

The Lakers were again buried under an avalanche of Cleveland Cavaliers three-pointers, the spacing and the gaps on the court pulling the Lakers’ defense to all corners before it eventually snapped under tension. It was one that hoped a core of LeBron James, Anthony Davis, Austin Reaves and D’Angelo Russell paired with a new coach could find another gear, another …

LeBron James scores 31 in record 19th Christmas Day game as Lakers hold off Curry, Warriors 115-113
1 week, 2 days ago

LeBron James scores 31 in record 19th Christmas Day game as Lakers hold off Curry, Warriors 115-113

Associated Press  

SAN FRANCISCO — Austin Reaves scored the winning layup with one second left after Stephen Curry tied it on a 31-foot 3-pointer with seven seconds remaining, LeBron James had 31 points and 10 assists playing in his NBA-record 19th Christmas Day game, and the Los Angeles Lakers held off the Golden State Warriors 115-113 on Wednesday night. Reaves recorded a …

The Sports Report: LeBron James and Lakers deliver on Christmas
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1 week, 2 days ago

The Sports Report: LeBron James and Lakers deliver on Christmas

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James drives to the basket in front of Golden State forward Andrew Wiggins during the second half of the Lakers’ 115-113 win Wednesday. Continue reading here ALSO: For Austin Reaves, making the winning shot for Lakers on Christmas holds special meaning Lakers-Warriors box score NBA scores NBA standings NBA roundup NBA Albert Sanders Jr., NBA executive vice …

LeBron James defies his age again in thrilling Lakers win over Warriors
1 week, 3 days ago

LeBron James defies his age again in thrilling Lakers win over Warriors

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James hugs teammate Austin Reaves after Reaves scored the winning basket in a 115-113 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday. Lakers guard Austin Reaves celebrates with teammates Rui Hachimura and Max Christie after a 115-113 win over the Warriors on Wednesday night. Ex-Laker Dennis Schroder swished a three after a James block, and Curry hit …

Why can’t the Lakers score? Examining their sudden cold streak
3 weeks ago

Why can’t the Lakers score? Examining their sudden cold streak

LA Times  

Lakers guard Austin Reaves has his drive toward the basket cut off by Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels during the second half Friday night in Minneapolis. Austin Reaves paused as he held a microphone in his hand, the Minnesota cold waiting for him as he got ready to try to answer for his team’s lousy offense. But like I said, I …

Critical decision by JJ Redick pays off in Lakers’ win over 76ers
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Critical decision by JJ Redick pays off in Lakers’ win over 76ers

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James drives on 76ers forward Paul George, right, during the second quarter of the Lakers’ 116-106 win Friday at Crypto.com Arena. In Las Vegas last summer, a veteran NBA coach spoke about the Lakers’ decision to hire JJ Redick noting that nothing can prepare someone — an assistant, broadcaster, whoever — for the massive volume of decisions …

Lakers guard Austin Reaves fails to qualify for Korn Ferry Tour event
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Lakers guard Austin Reaves fails to qualify for Korn Ferry Tour event

LA Times  

Lakers guard Austin Reaves is an avid golfer. He attempted to qualify for a Korn Ferry Tour event on Monday in Knoxville, Tenn. Lakers guard Austin Reaves failed to qualify for a Korn Ferry Tour event Monday in Knoxville, Tenn., shooting six-over-par 76 at Willow Creek Country Club. “This was the first time I got on the tee box like …

Reaves’ triple-double, tiebreaking 3 helps rally Lakers past Bucks in 2OTs without LeBron James
9 months, 1 week ago

Reaves’ triple-double, tiebreaking 3 helps rally Lakers past Bucks in 2OTs without LeBron James

Associated Press  

MILWAUKEE — Staring at a double-digit deficit midway through the fourth quarter without LeBron James available, Austin Reaves and the Los Angeles Lakers faced a clear choice. Reaves had his second career triple-double and made a tiebreaking 3-pointer with 38.6 seconds left in the second overtime as the Lakers overcame James’ absence and rallied to beat the Milwaukee Bucks 128-124 …

Austin Reaves’ confidence never faded as he shot double OT game-winner against Bucks
9 months, 1 week ago

Austin Reaves’ confidence never faded as he shot double OT game-winner against Bucks

LA Times  

Austin Reaves felt sick to his stomach, the ball more than halfway in before it somehow popped out in the biggest moment. “What happened to him,” Reaves said, “it was disgusting.” As he walked through the back hallway at Fiserv Forum on Tuesday, a reporter showed Reaves a similar image to Clark’s putt. The Lakers’ Austin Reaves shoots over the …

Lakers open six-game trip with double-overtime win over the Bucks
9 months, 1 week ago

Lakers open six-game trip with double-overtime win over the Bucks

LA Times  

The key, coach Darvin Ham said before the game, would be for the Lakers to move on after mistakes, to not let the errors pile up, to employ what he, and every NBA coach calls, a “next-play mentality.” Opening a six-game trip Tuesday in Milwaukee, forget about the next play. More than three hours and two overtimes after the game …

Austin Reaves hits 7 3-pointers, Lakers stun Celtics 114-105 without LeBron James, Anthony Davis
11 months ago

Austin Reaves hits 7 3-pointers, Lakers stun Celtics 114-105 without LeBron James, Anthony Davis

Associated Press  

BOSTON — LeBron James has been pleading for weeks for the Lakers’ supporting cast to provide him and fellow All-Star Anthony Davis some help as they fight to keep pace in a tight Western Conference playoff race. Austin Reaves scored a season-high 32 points and hit a career-high seven 3-pointers to help a Los Angeles team missing its biggest stars …

Austin Reaves scores season high as Lakers stun Celtics without LeBron and AD
11 months ago

Austin Reaves scores season high as Lakers stun Celtics without LeBron and AD

LA Times  

Lakers guard Austin Reaves celebrates after scoring 32 points in a 114-105 win over the Boston Celtics on Thursday night. Because if you hadn’t already heard that the Lakers would be without LeBron James and Anthony Davis, the sight of them in their street clothes on the end of the bench would’ve delivered the message. “And this is an opportunity …

D’Angelo Russell continues to boost his value for Lakers, scoring 34 in blowout win
11 months, 2 weeks ago

D’Angelo Russell continues to boost his value for Lakers, scoring 34 in blowout win

LA Times  

D’Angelo Russell, left, celebrates with LeBron James during the Lakers’ 134-110 win over the Portland Trail Blazers at Crypto.com Arena on Sunday night. The precursor to both of those plays was a pass from D’Angelo Russell, the Lakers’ maligned point guard who has resided inside trade machines all over the internet over the last month. pic.twitter.com/0ooUG7TLvK — Los Angeles Lakers …

Lakers dominate Dallas in throwback style, return to .500
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Lakers dominate Dallas in throwback style, return to .500

LA Times  

Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt dunks the ball in the second half. D’Angelo Russell led the Lakers with 29 points, Anthony Davis had 28 points, 12 rebounds and nine assists, and James had 25 points, eight rebounds and eight assists. “The rotations have been pretty solid because coach knows who’s playing, who’s not playing,” James said, adding that “guys are logging …

Lakers fall on Christmas to the Celtics despite Anthony Davis’ 40 points
1 year ago

Lakers fall on Christmas to the Celtics despite Anthony Davis’ 40 points

LA Times  

As the Lakers wrapped a treacherous run of schedule that had them on the road more often than not, Lakers coach Darvin Ham looked ahead to the next game — a trip home to host the Boston Celtics on Christmas afternoon. “You don’t have to have a Knute Rockne speech for this one.” The Gipper scored as many points as …

Austin Reaves again shows why he’s ‘a big-time player’ against Suns
1 year ago

Austin Reaves again shows why he’s ‘a big-time player’ against Suns

LA Times  

The Lakers were leading by just one point this tense in-season tournament game against the Phoenix Suns as Anthony Davis dribbled the basketball up the court, his eyes looking toward LeBron James, his mind telling him to pass the ball to his more famous teammate who had been on a tear the entire game and had been the most clutch …

Austin Reaves’ three-pointer lifts Lakers past the Phoenix Suns for a trip to Vegas
1 year ago

Austin Reaves’ three-pointer lifts Lakers past the Phoenix Suns for a trip to Vegas

LA Times  

Austin Reaves celebrates along with fans after hitting a three-point shot late in the game. The joke, publicly and privately, among the Lakers leading up to and during the NBA’s inaugural in-season tournament was the amazement at how badly a room of rich people could want to win the $500,000 prize waiting for each winning player in Las Vegas. Tuesday …

Lakers flash their defensive potential in win over Rockets as they get closer to whole
1 year, 1 month ago

Lakers flash their defensive potential in win over Rockets as they get closer to whole

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Lakers vs Suns in the quarterfinal of the NBA In-Season Tournament. “At this point in his career, he’s done everything, so he literally goes out and just tries stuff and sees what works.” More importantly, James’ basket cemented a 26-6 Lakers run over the final seven minutes of the first half en route to …

Inside the most lopsided loss of LeBron James’ career: ‘A lot’ needs to change
1 year, 1 month ago

Inside the most lopsided loss of LeBron James’ career: ‘A lot’ needs to change

LA Times  

Lakers star LeBron James drives to the basket during a 138-94 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday night. LeBron James sat on the end of the Lakers’ bench in Philadelphia, a city he hasn’t won a game in since 2017, and watched the numbers on the scoreboard turn. Following a good win Saturday in Cleveland, the Lakers seemed unraveled …

Inside the Lakers’ decision to move Austin Reaves to the second unit
1 year, 1 month ago

Inside the Lakers’ decision to move Austin Reaves to the second unit

LA Times  

Lakers guard Austin Reaves was all for the move to the second unit: “Regardless if it’s a ‘demotion’ or ‘realignment,’ I can handle that.” Austin Reaves stood in the hallway outside the Lakers’ visiting locker room, his back against the wall as one of the stars of the night walked by with the game ball after the Lakers’ 122-119 win. …

Column: Austin Reaves found a spark against the Clippers. The Lakers are hoping it carries over
1 year, 2 months ago

Column: Austin Reaves found a spark against the Clippers. The Lakers are hoping it carries over

LA Times  

Austin Reaves, on the floor, celebrates his basket after being fouled by Clippers Norman Powell in overtime. “You go through stretches like this, you have to fight your way out,” Reaves said. When Reaves was later reminded of how the Lakers were down by 19 points in the first quarter, he said, “I was probably a reason for that.” He …

Lakers drop preseason opener to Warriors without LeBron James and Austin Reaves
1 year, 2 months ago

Lakers drop preseason opener to Warriors without LeBron James and Austin Reaves

LA Times  

Lakers forward Anthony Davis shoots in the lane between Golden State’s Kevon Looney and Andrew Wiggins during the first half Saturday night in San Francisco. Without LeBron James and Austin Reaves in uniform for precautionary reasons, Anthony Davis and D’Angelo Russell combined for 30 points in the first half of a 125-108 loss. Yet without James and Reaves, two of …

NBA semifinal: Curry, Warriors stave off elimination; GSW force Game 6 by beating Lakers
1 year, 7 months ago

NBA semifinal: Curry, Warriors stave off elimination; GSW force Game 6 by beating Lakers

The Hindu  

Stephen Curry scored a game-high 27 points, Draymond Green chipped in with 20 in a rare offensive explosion and the Golden State Warriors stayed alive in the Western Conference semifinals with a 121-106 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday in San Francisco. The Lakers might have to seek the Game 6 clincher without star centre Anthony Davis, who …

‘Learning on the fly’: How Austin Reaves shook slump in Lakers’ Game 4 win
1 year, 7 months ago

‘Learning on the fly’: How Austin Reaves shook slump in Lakers’ Game 4 win

LA Times  

With his backpack draped over his shoulder and a bag of food in his right hand, Austin Reaves eased his way to the Lakers’ bus after a crushing loss to the Golden State Warriors in Game 2 of the Western Conference playoffs last Thursday night at Chase Center, his thoughts on how his poor play in that game had hurt …

NBA Playoffs: Lakers supporting cast steps up, solves shooting woes from beyond the arc
1 year, 8 months ago

NBA Playoffs: Lakers supporting cast steps up, solves shooting woes from beyond the arc

The Hindu  

Los Angeles Lakers claimed an overtime win against the Memphis Grizzlies in game four on Monday to take a 3-1 lead in the first round NBA Playoffs series. The Lakers’ turnaround started with coach Darvin Ham getting Austin Reaves into the starting five towards the final stretch of the regular season. In the Lakers’ closing stretch of the regular season, …

‘Getting used to it’: Lakers’ Austin Reaves shakes off blows to the face to deliver again
1 year, 8 months ago

‘Getting used to it’: Lakers’ Austin Reaves shakes off blows to the face to deliver again

LA Times  

Lakers guard Austin Reaves elevates in the lane for a shot over Grizzlies forward Xavier Tillman during the first half in Game 3. “I’m getting used to it.” Lakers Anthony Davis and Lakers take command early in Game 3 victory over Grizzlies Anthony Davis finishes with 31 points and LeBron James scores 25 as the Lakers defeat the Memphis Grizzlies …

D’Angelo Russell shakes off slow start to give Lakers boost in Game 1 win over Grizzlies
1 year, 8 months ago

D’Angelo Russell shakes off slow start to give Lakers boost in Game 1 win over Grizzlies

LA Times  

D’Angelo Russell dribbled up the court and took the Lakers’ first shot of Game 1 of the first-round playoff series against the Memphis Grizzlies. I got a few to go in.” How Russell responded was going to be crucial to the Lakers’ success against the talented and athletic Grizzlies. “You play a bad game in a big game that really …

Austin Reaves helps spark Lakers’ win over Grizzlies in series opener
1 year, 8 months ago

Austin Reaves helps spark Lakers’ win over Grizzlies in series opener

LA Times  

Austin Reaves had just scored his ninth consecutive point in the fourth quarter Sunday, 100 or so miles from his Arkansas hometown, when he locked eyes with his teammates celebrating on the bench. The big game from the Lakers’ role players came on a night when two injuries to stars seemed like they could change the first-round playoff series. And …

Lakers’ guard trio carries bulk of offensive load in defeat of Suns
1 year, 8 months ago

Lakers’ guard trio carries bulk of offensive load in defeat of Suns

LA Times  

Said Lakers coach Darvin Ham of the play of guards D’Angelo Russell, Austin Reaves and Malik Beasley: “It’s huge for those guys to be able to carry the load and make some shots.” When the Lakers called a timeout with 52 seconds left, D’Angelo Russell and Austin Reaves sought out each other and slapped hands three times, bending over at …

Money talks! Austin Reaves shoots for the stars, but will Lakers foot the bill?
1 year, 9 months ago

Money talks! Austin Reaves shoots for the stars, but will Lakers foot the bill?

Hindustan Times  

In a season filled with ups and downs for the Los Angeles Lakers, one player has emerged as a shining star. Austin Reaves, an undrafted free agent, has proven himself as a capable NBA player in just his second season, averaging an impressive 17.1 points and 5.7 assists per game since the All-Star break. But as Reaves heads towards restricted …

Lakers' Austin Reaves leads charge in starting lineup shake-up to sink Suns
1 year, 9 months ago

Lakers' Austin Reaves leads charge in starting lineup shake-up to sink Suns

Hindustan Times  

In a surprising move, Lakers coach Darvin Ham shook up the starting lineup for their game against the Phoenix Suns, benching Malik Beasley in favor of Austin Reaves. Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves Reaves, coming off a career-high 35-point game, shone in his new starting role, notching a career-best 11 assists and 25 points in the Lakers' 122-111 win …

Austin Reaves’ move into starting lineup sparks Lakers win: ‘Made all sense in the world’
1 year, 9 months ago

Austin Reaves’ move into starting lineup sparks Lakers win: ‘Made all sense in the world’

New York Times  

LOS ANGELES — Ahead of the Los Angeles Lakers’ 122-111 win over the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday, head coach Darvin Ham said he had “something up his sleeve” regarding the starting lineup. “He’s in a great space right now, feeling his game, just locked into what we’re trying to accomplish,” Ham said of Reaves. So Austin comes in and I …

‘He was huge for us.’ Austin Reaves in starting lineup pays off as Lakers beat Suns
1 year, 9 months ago

‘He was huge for us.’ Austin Reaves in starting lineup pays off as Lakers beat Suns

LA Times  

Lakers’ Austin Reaves reacts after being fouled against the Phoenix Suns at Crypto.com Arena on Wednesday. The little something turned out to be fairly major, Ham switching the Lakers’ starting lineup for the first time post trade deadline without injuries playing a factor. Lakers’ Anthony Davis celebrates dunks on Phoenix Suns Jock Landale in the third quarter at Crypto.com arena …

Austin Reaves rising to challenges in Lakers playoff push
1 year, 9 months ago

Austin Reaves rising to challenges in Lakers playoff push

The Hindu  

When the Los Angeles Lakers reached the final minutes of a tight game it desperately needed to win, the player with the ball in his hands on every possession on Sunday night wasn’t one of its superstars, but an undrafted second-year reserve guard who has made a career out of surpassing expectations. Austin Reaves took over, scoring the Lakers’ last …

NBA result today: Lakers bounce back to beat the Magic 111-105
1 year, 9 months ago

NBA result today: Lakers bounce back to beat the Magic 111-105

The Hindu  

Austin Reaves scored a career-high 35 points, D’Angelo Russell added 18 points, and the Los Angeles Lakers hung on for a 111-105 victory over the Orlando Magic on Sunday night. The undrafted second-year pro has earned a vital role on Los Angeles’ roster, and Reaves factored in almost every big play down the stretch as the Lakers snapped a two-game …

Austin Reaves carries Lakers’ offense, showcasing his value: ‘He got whatever he wanted’
1 year, 9 months ago

Austin Reaves carries Lakers’ offense, showcasing his value: ‘He got whatever he wanted’

New York Times  

LOS ANGELES — The “MVP!” chants started midway through the fourth quarter, increasing in volume with each trip to the free-throw line. He’s very confident and he played that way tonight.” What the Lakers have in Reaves is a player who’s been quietly breaking out during his sophomore campaign — and now loudly so. On a team with LeBron James …

Austin Reaves has come a long way from a tiny Arkansas town to Lakers ‘MVP!’
1 year, 9 months ago

Austin Reaves has come a long way from a tiny Arkansas town to Lakers ‘MVP!’

LA Times  

The moment, Austin Reaves has always felt, can wait. Like in his unofficial audition with the Lakers during a Las Vegas minicamp, Reaves didn’t stop when he found himself guarding Anthony Davis in the post during the team’s first pickup game. “This is the first time Trent’s been in L.A., the first game he’s come to out here,” Reaves said. …

NBA result today: Mavericks stun Lakers 111-110 as Maxi Kleber hits 3 at buzzer
1 year, 9 months ago

NBA result today: Mavericks stun Lakers 111-110 as Maxi Kleber hits 3 at buzzer

The Hindu  

Maxi Kleber drilled the winning 3-pointer at the buzzer on a pass from Kyrie Irving, who scored 38 points in the Dallas Mavericks’ stunning 111-110 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday night. Kleber first hit three free throws with 7.2 seconds to play after Anthony Davis unwisely fouled him on a 3-point attempt, and Davis made just one …

‘We keep progressing’: Lakers takeaways after beating Dallas
1 year, 10 months ago

‘We keep progressing’: Lakers takeaways after beating Dallas

LA Times  

Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt had 15 points, 17 rebounds and four steals in a win over the Mavericks on Sunday in Dallas. We’ll monitor it the next couple days, see how it feels and go from there.” Lakers forward LeBron James battles Mavericks guard Luka Doncic for a loose ball. “Yeah,” Austin Reaves deadpanned, “I told him stop watching my …

Lakers-Warriors takeaways: Austin Reaves, Malik Beasley make their mark
1 year, 10 months ago

Lakers-Warriors takeaways: Austin Reaves, Malik Beasley make their mark

LA Times  

Lakers guard Austin Reaves beats the Warriors defense for a layup Thursday, when he had 13 points in the third quarter. “… I like getting everybody involved a lot, I like the feel of the team when everybody is being successful.” At times, Reaves found himself defending Klay Thompson and Jordan Poole, Golden State’s sharpshooting guards. Reaves said he takes …

Dennis Schroder scores season-high 32 points as Lakers hold off Heat to extend win streak
2 years ago

Dennis Schroder scores season-high 32 points as Lakers hold off Heat to extend win streak

LA Times  

Lakers guard Dennis Schroder, right, battles Miami Heat guard Max Strus for a loose ball in the first half at Crypto.com Arena on Wednesday. “Somebody’s gonna have to give us 43, 15 and nine.” With James home sick with what the Lakers called a “non-COVID illness,” the short-handed Lakers had even less firepower than usual. Schroder scored a season-high 32 …

Lakers’ third-quarter woes lead to lopsided Christmas Day loss in Dallas
2 years ago

Lakers’ third-quarter woes lead to lopsided Christmas Day loss in Dallas

LA Times  

Lakers forward LeBron James, defended here by Mavericks guard Luka Doncic, scored 38 points, but L.A. lost 124-115 on Sunday in Dallas. The Dallas Mavericks scored a laughable 51 points in the third quarter, carving the Lakers’ defense with crisp passes and wide-open three-pointers in a 124-115 win that was more lopsided than the final score. “Like, how many times …

Lakers’ win over Bucks opens six-game trip with a flash of potential and hope
2 years, 1 month ago

Lakers’ win over Bucks opens six-game trip with a flash of potential and hope

LA Times  

Lakers guard Russell Westbrook dives to the court to beat Bucks forward Khris Middleton to a loose ball Friday night in Milwaukee. Lakers Anthony Davis’ monster game leads Lakers to win over Bucks Lakers forward Anthony Davis has 44 points, 10 rebounds, four assists and three blocked shots in a defeat of Milwaukee to start six-game road trip. James, who …

Austin Reaves’ rookie season was a surprise. Here’s how he plans to make the encore even better
2 years, 5 months ago

Austin Reaves’ rookie season was a surprise. Here’s how he plans to make the encore even better

New York Times  

Austin Reaves had three goals entering his rookie season with the Lakers: earn a spot on the 15-man roster, become a rotation player and win a championship. “He’s like a computer,” said Reggie Berry, Reaves’ agent and Reilly’s partner. After his game-winning shot in Dallas, Reaves went back to his hotel room and FaceTimed Reilly and Berry, dryly quipping, “Well, …

Austin Reaves: His rise from Arkansas farm to Lakers fame
2 years, 6 months ago

Austin Reaves: His rise from Arkansas farm to Lakers fame

LA Times  

Austin Reaves is in the middle of a pasture. “Even if you don’t love basketball, you love Austin.” — Independence County librarian Kelly Dennison Following his NBA debut with the Lakers, a season that personally couldn’t have gone much better, Reaves came back home, splitting time between the farm in Newark and his father Brian Reaves’ house 10 minutes down …

Lakers rookie Austin Reaves continues to refine his game and role
2 years, 10 months ago

Lakers rookie Austin Reaves continues to refine his game and role

LA Times  

Lakers guard Austin Reaves is in position to attempt a block on a layup by Warriors guard Klay Thompson in the second half Saturday. “I don’t even … I’ve seen the video a couple times, but I don’t have a picture of it.” When his two-way contract was converted to a standard NBA contract for two years, Reaves, who went …

Austin Reaves has a clutch performance late for Lakers in loss to Warriors
2 years, 10 months ago

Austin Reaves has a clutch performance late for Lakers in loss to Warriors

LA Times  

Back and forth the Lakers and Golden State Warriors went during the tense fourth quarter Saturday night in San Francisco, each play more meaningful than the previous, seemingly every moment a defining one, and in the middle of it all was rookie guard Austin Reaves. Later in the fourth, Reaves drove past Jordan Poole, got into the lane and went …

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