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Austin Reaves ‘Felt Good’ In Return Despite Minutes Restriction

Austin Reaves missed three games due to a calf strain but made his return in the Los Angeles Lakers’ loss to the Phoenix Suns. Although the Lakers were blown out, Reaves looked good physically as he had his normal speed and burst on the floor.

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Luka Doncic Ranked No. 1, LeBron James & Austin Reaves Top 10 For NBA Social Views

The Los Angeles Lakers star trio of Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and LeBron James is arguably the best in the entire NBA. Doncic and Reaves are the highest-scoring

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / December 24

Lakers Player Ratings: LeBron James And Austin Reaves Can’t Prevent 108-132 Beatdown Against Suns

For a brief stretch, it looked like the Lakers might at least make it uncomfortable. That illusion didn’t survive the third quarter. The game opened up dramatically for the Phoenix Suns following the end of halftime, with their offense raining down shots from all areas of the court.

NBA News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 23

Lakers drop second straight contest with blowout loss to Suns

For the first time this season, the Lakers are on a losing streak after being manhandled in Phoenix on Tuesday, losing 132-108. Austin Reaves returned from injury in the contest, coming off the bench to play 22 minutes.

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The 'NBA Christmas Day 40-point games' quiz

In NBA history, a player has scored 40 or more points on Christmas Day on 30 occasions. How many of those can you name in five minutes?

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Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / December 23

NBA Notes: Wizards, Cam Whitmore, Lakers, Austin Reaves, Hawks

The Wizards have ruled out forward Cam Whitmore indefinitely after he was diagnosed with upper-extremity deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder, according to Shams Charania of ESPN.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 23

Austin Reaves Available To Return Vs. Suns

The Los Angeles Lakers announced that guard Austin Reaves is available to return on Tuesday night when they face the Phoenix Suns. Reaves missed the team’s last three games while dealing with a left calf strain.

Austin Reaves News / Hoops Rumors / December 23

Austin Reaves Cleared To Return For Lakers

Lakers guard Austin Reaves has been upgraded to available for Tuesday’s game against Phoenix, the team confirmed in its latest injury report. Reaves hasn’t played since December 10 due to a left calf strain.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 23

JJ Redick Always Believed Austin Reaves Could Be An All-Star

With voting for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game underway, there will undoubtedly be some locks to make the contest. But there will also be many players looking to make their first appearance and Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves is certainly in that category.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 22

Lakers Injury Report: Deandre Ayton Returns, Austin Reaves Questionable, Luka Doncic & Rui Hachimura Out Vs. Suns

The Los Angeles Lakers released their injury report for Tuesday’s game against the Phoenix Suns and Deandre Ayton (left elbow soreness) is off it and good to go, while Luka Doncic (lower left leg contusion), Rui Hachimura (right groin soreness) and Gabe Vincent (low back soreness) are out and Austin Reaves (left calf strain) is questionable.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 22

JJ Redick drops glowing Austin Reaves All-Star endorsement

LOS ANGELES – NBA All-Star voting got underway this past week, and for the Los Angeles Lakers, Austin Reaves has been making the case for being selected to his first All-Star appearance.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / December 21

Austin Reaves, Deandre Ayton progressing from injuries, could return vs. Suns

Whenever the injury report is an important topic of discussion, that’s not a good sign. That’s where the Lakers find themselves at currently, with Deandre Ayton, Rui Hachimura, and Gabe Vincent all missing the team’s most recent contest against the Clippers.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / December 21

Lakers' Austin Reaves Unpacks Key Differences Between LeBron James, Luka Doncic

The Los Angeles Lakers are enjoying a high-powered big three that could only spend one full season together, with guard/forward Luka Doncic, guard Austin Reaves and forward LeBron James leading the Lakers to a 20-7 record so far this season.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 21

Lakers Injury Updates: Rui Hachimura , Deandre Ayton & Austin Reaves

The Los Angeles Lakers have been one of the best teams in the 2025-26 season by record, but it still feels like the team is scratching the surface of their potential.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 19

Lakers Injury Report: Austin Reaves & Deandre Ayton Out, Rui Hachimura Questionable Vs. Clippers

The Los Angeles Lakers released their injury report for Saturday’s road game against the L.A. Clippers and Deandre Ayton (left elbow soreness), Austin Reaves (left calf strain) and Gabe Vincent (low back soreness) remain out while Rui Hachimura (right groin soreness) is questionable.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / December 19

Why Is Austin Reaves Not Playing Tonight vs Jazz? Lakers Broadcaster Drops Hopeful Injury Update

He’s the best storyline of the season and Luka’s least favorite teammate. LakeShow is obviously waiting for Austin Reaves to return. Sadly that’s not happening tonight at least.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / December 14

Lakers Announce Decision Amid Austin Reaves' Injury

The Los Angeles Lakers are set to face the Phoenix Suns on Sunday. The Lakers are coming off a disheartening 132-119 loss to the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / December 14

Lakers' JJ Redick shares concerning Austin Reaves injury update

Reaves has been the Lakers' second-best player this season, averaging 27.8 points, 5.6 rebounds and 6.7 assists while shooting 50.3 percent from the field and 36.9 percent from beyond the arc.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / December 13

Austin Reaves Injury Update: Latest on the Lakers Guard’s Left Calf Strain, Details on When Will He Return

The Los Angeles Lakers are off to a great start this season, sitting fourth in the Western Conference with a 17-7 record. However, that hasn’t come without adversity.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / December 12