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'Disrespectful, Insensitive': Stephen A. Smith Blasts Lakers Over LeBron, Austin Reaves Decision

What was supposed to be a marquee night at Crypto.com Arena quickly turned into a letdown for fans in attendance. A matchup featuring the Los Angeles Lakers and the San Antonio Spurs instead became a showcase of empty seats on the Lakers’ bench, not star power on the floor.

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Austin Reaves Discusses Basketball Journey While Gracing Cover Of SLAM Magazine

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves has had quite the journey after going undrafted in 2021. He originally signed a two-way contract with the Lakers out of Oklahoma, but he earned a standard deal before his rookie year even started.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / February 11

Why Is Austin Reaves Not Playing Tonight? Lakers Field Depleted Starting Line-Up vs Spurs

The Los Angeles Lakers are navigating a tough stretch of the season. LA recently lost superstar Luka Doncic to a hamstring injury, and the team has now fallen into a middling record, losing three of their last seven.

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The '3-Point Era playoff scoring leaders' quiz

How many of the 36 players in the NBA's Three-Point Era (since 1979-80) to score at least 2,500 career points in the postseason can you name in five minutes?

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 10

Lakers Injury Report: Luka Doncic, LeBron James, Austin Reaves, Marcus Smart Out Vs. Spurs

The Los Angeles Lakers released their injury report for Tuesday’s game against the San Antonio Spurs and Luka Doncic (left hamstring strain), LeBron James (left foot arthritis), Austin Reaves (left calf injury management) and Marcus Smart (right ankle soreness) are all listed as out.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 10

Austin Reaves Admits Frustration With Officiating Affected Play Vs. Thunder

The Los Angeles Lakers lost on Monday night to the Oklahoma City Thunder. L.A. kept it close throughout, but fell apart in the fourth quarter and were outworked by the championship-tested Thunder while both teams were without their MVP candidates in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Luka Doncic.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / February 10

Austin Reaves' Honest Admission After Lakers-Thunder Incident

Los Angeles Lakers star Austin Reaves took his first loss since returning from an extended injury absence. The Lakers had won three in a row after Reaves returned to the lineup, but they came up short on Monday night against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / February 10

JJ Redick Throws Austin Reaves Under the Bus as Lakers Teammate Takes Thunder Loss Accountability

The Lakers were trailing by just three points, with the final minute of the game left. Even without Luka Doncic, the Purple and Gold franchise had its chances to win.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 10

Lakers’ Austin Reaves stuns crowd after posterizing Thunder players

The Los Angeles Lakers are missing their biggest star on Monday night, but Austin Reaves is making sure the fans at Crypto.com Arena have plenty to cheer about.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / February 9

Austin Reaves Grabs Attention After Steph Curry All-Star News

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves made headlines on Monday right after the Golden State Warriors announced an update on Steph Curry's injury. According to Warriors head coach Steve Kerr, Curry will remain out through the All-Star break due to a lingering knee injury.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 9

Is Austin Reaves on Minutes Restriction Tonight vs Thunder? Latest Injury Update on Lakers Star’s Status (Feb 9)

The Los Angeles Lakers are building up a winning momentum, having won their last three games, with the latest one coming against the Golden State Warriors on Sunday.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Total Pro Sports / February 9

Los Angeles Lakers Lose Superstar Guard Just Before High-Stakes Thunder Clash

When healthy, the Los Angeles Lakers are an elite team. The trio of Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and LeBron James poses a huge problem for opponents. But the biggest issue they’ve had this season is injuries. LeBron missed the start of the season due to sciatica.

Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / February 8

Kendrick Perkins bizarrely says Austin Reaves is the ‘most important player’ in the NBA

Kendrick Perkins delivered one of his most eyebrow-raising takes yet when discussing the Los Angeles Lakers. While debates around LeBron James and Luka Doncic usually dominate the conversation, Perkins shifted the spotlight entirely, placing unexpected importance on Austin Reaves.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / February 7

Kendrick Perkins Argues Austin Reaves Is the 'Most Important Player in the NBA'

Austin Reaves went from being undrafted to becoming a bona fide starter for the Los Angeles Lakers, but in the 2025-26 season, his role appears even more significant.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / February 7

Lakers-Knicks Recorded Massive Ratings On NBC

The Los Angeles Lakers finally finished their annual Grammy road trip this past week, capping it off with an easy win against the Brooklyn Nets. The Lakers went 5-3 on their eight-game road trip, a solid record considering they didn’t have Austin Reaves until the finale against the Nets.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 6

Austin Reaves Explains How He Regained Rhythm So Quickly

Austin Reaves looked as if he didn’t miss a beat during the Los Angeles Lakers’ win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday night. Reaves missed 19 games — just under six weeks — due to a calf strain, and returned to the lineup on Tuesday night.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 6

Austin Reaves Leads Lakers To Comeback Victory Over 76ers

The NBA trade deadline has come and gone, which means the focus for the Los Angeles Lakers can get back to basketball. The Lakers are coming off a successful 5-3 road trip and returned home to host the Philadelphia 76ers on Thursday night.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / February 4

Lakers' Austin Reaves Admits Regret After Return From 19-Game Absence

Austin Reaves shook off some rust on Tuesday night as he made his much-awaited return to action for the Los Angeles Lakers. The 27-year-old had been sidelined since injuring his left calf on Christmas Day, missing 19 games in a row for L.A.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 4

Lakers’ Austin Reaves gives hilarious breakdown of pain of being out injured

Austin Reaves is back, and he’s bringing his signature wit with him. After missing 19 games with a strained left calf, the Los Angeles Lakers guard finally returned to action on Tuesday night, and he didn’t waste any time reminding everyone why he’s a fan favorite, both for his play and his post-game quotes.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / February 3