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AUSTIN REAVES #15 - SHOOTING GUARD - LOS ANGELES LAKERS
18.0 PPG •
4.0 RPG •
5.5 APG
18.0 PPG
4.0 RPG
5.5 APG
Lakers may acquire Bucks' $112 million All-Star by parting with Austin Reaves | Sporting News The Los Angeles Lakers were recently predicted to part ways with guard Austin Reaves in a major trade with the Milwaukee Bucks.
Goes for 27 points Sunday Reaves ended Sunday's 123-103 victory over the Raptors with 27 points (10-17 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 4-5 FT), one rebound, six assists and one steal in 33 minutes.
Impact Reaves was one of the best Lakers players in this victory, leading the team in scoring and also excelling as a playmaker. Firmly entrenched as the Lakers' third option on offense behind Anthony Davis and LeBron James, Reaves is averaging 20.6 points per game since the beginning of November.
NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE
Season-high six threes Friday Reaves notched 20 points (7-13 FG, 6-10 3Pt), six rebounds, seven assists and one block in 30 minutes during Friday's 116-106 victory over Philadelphia.
Impact Cam Reddish replaced D'Angelo Russell in the Lakers' starting backcourt, but the result was maybe the best all-around performance of the season for Reaves, including a season high in threes-pointers. The fourth-year guard had trouble finding his shot to begin to the season, but he's showing signs of turning things around -- over the last three games Reaves is shooting 37.9 percent (11-for-29) from long range.
NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE
Shooting woes continue Reaves accumulated 19 points (7-17 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 3-4 FT), three rebounds, five assists and three steals over 35 minutes during Wednesday's 131-114 loss to the Grizzlies.
Impact Reaves has scored 15-plus points in three straight games and in six of his last seven appearances, so he's getting the job done in the scoring column. However, his three-point percentages are extremely low. He's making just 20 percent of his shots from beyond the arc in his last three games, and the Lakers need his floor spacing and outside shooting to be at their best offensively. Fantasy managers shouldn't be overly concerned with Reaves' recent struggles, although those in category-based leagues could get hurt by this slump.
NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE
Good to go Wednesday Reaves (ankle) has been cleared for Wednesday's game versus Memphis, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.
Impact Reaves will have to shoulder a larger offensive burden with Anthony Davis (ankle) unavailable Wednesday. Notably, D'Angelo Russell (foot) has been cleared as well, which brings the Lakers' backcourt to full strength.
NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE
Expected to play against Memphis Reaves (ankle) is listed as probable for Wednesday's game versus the Grizzlies.
Impact Reaves is expected to play Wednesday despite continuing to deal with a right ankle sprain. In his last outing, the 26-year-old guard recorded 17 points, four rebounds, four assists and two steals in 39 minutes.
NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE
Will play vs. Detroit Reaves (ankle) is available for Monday's game against the Pistons, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.
Impact Reaves left Friday's game against the Raptors due to a right ankle sprain, but he was able to return to the contest after being evaluated by trainers in the locker room. He was able to practice Sunday, and he will be good to go for Monday's game. Through the first six games of the 2024-25 regular season, Reaves is averaging 17.3 points, 5.2 rebounds, 5.0 assists and 1.3 steals over 34.3 minutes per game.
NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE
Probable for Monday Reaves (ankle) is listed as probable for Monday's matchup versus the Pistons, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.
Impact Reaves sprained his right ankle during Friday's win over the Raptors, though he was able to re-enter the game after heading back to the locker room. The 26-year-old was able to practice Sunday and will likely play through the minor injury.
NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE
Practices Sunday Reaves participated in Sunday's practice and was spotted icing his ankle afterward, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Reaves went to the locker room during Friday night's game against the Raptors with a lower body injury and was later able to re-enter the matchup, but it appears he's still feeling the issue days later. His availability for Monday's game in Detroit doesn't appear to be in jeopardy at this time, though it wouldn't be a surprise to see the Lakers add him to the injury report later in the day if the injury is still bugging him.
NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE
Austin Reaves Claim Made Amid Los Angeles Lakers Links With Chicago Bulls Star Could the Los Angeles Lakers end up making a trade move for the Chicago Bulls and what would that mean for the future of Austin Reaves?
NOVEMBER 3 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Available to return Friday Reaves (lower body) is available for the second half of Friday's game versus Toronto, Mike Trudell of Spectrum SportsNet reports.
Impact Reaves went to the locker room late in the first half but has the green light to start the second half. He posted 13 points (4-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-6 FT), four assists, one rebound and one block in 14 first-half minutes.
NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE
Goes to locker room in pain Reaves went to the locker room during Friday's game against the Raptors due to a lower body injury, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Impact Woike notes that Reaves was in a lot of pain as he limped off the court, but it's unclear if he hurt his ankle or knee. Reaves posted 13 points (4-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-6 FT), four assists, one rebound and one block in 14 first-half minutes. If he's unable to return for the second half, Gabe Vincent, Max Christie and Dalton Knecht would be candidates for increased roles.
NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE
Minimal impact in loss Reaves racked up seven points (2-6 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and three assists in 28 minutes during Wednesday's 134-110 loss to Cleveland.
Impact Reaves recorded a season-low seven points during Wednesday's loss. The 26-year-old guard also recorded more turnovers (four) than assists (three). Even with this poor performance, Reaves is averaging 16.8 points, 6.0 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.2 steals in 34.4 minutes on 52.5/44.8/75.0 shooting splits across his first five appearances of the season.
OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE
Good to go Wednesday Reaves (thigh) has been cleared for Wednesday's game versus Cleveland.
Impact Reaves overcomes a left thigh contusion and will suit up Wednesday night. D'Angelo Russell (back) has upgraded from questionable to probable, and his eventual clearance would put the Lakers' backcourt at full strength.
OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE
Expected to play Wednesday Reaves is listed as probable for Wednesday's game versus the Cavaliers due to a left thigh contusion, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Impact Reaves is off to a hot start this season, averaging 19.3 points on 54.7 percent shooting from the field and 48.0 percent shooting from three through the first four outings. Despite dealing with a left thigh contusion, the 26-year-old guard should be able to suit up against Cleveland.
OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE
Scores 23 in loss to Phoenix Reaves notched 23 points (8-15 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 2-3 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and two steals in 38 minutes during Monday's 109-105 loss to the Suns.
Impact Reaves has reached the 20-point mark in two of his four outings this season, and coincidentally, both have come against the Suns. Firmly entrenched as the Lakers' best scoring weapon behind Anthony Davis and LeBron James, Reaves is enjoying a strong start to the campaign with averages of 19.3 points, 7.0 rebounds and 5.3 assists per contest while shooting 48 percent from three-point range.
OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE
JJ Redick Raves About Austin Reaves's Performance vs. the Suns During last night’s postgame press conference, Lakers coach JJ Redick had high praise for Reaves’s play style.
OCTOBER 26 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Hits for 26 against Phoenix Reaves chipped in 26 points (8-12 FG, 5-7 3Pt, 5-6 FT), four rebounds, eight assists, one block and three steals across 37 minutes during Friday's 123-116 victory over the Suns.
Impact The fourth-year guard led the Lakers in threes and tied LeBron James in assists while finishing second on the night to Anthony Davis in scoring. Reaves has seen his numbers improve every year so far in his NBA career, but he could be headed for a true breakout in 2024-25 as defenses focus their attention on the team's two veteran superstars.
OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE
JJ Redick Described Austin Reaves With a Perfect One-Liner After Lakers' Win Over Suns Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick gave a brutally honest assessment of Austin Reaves after the win over the Phoenix Suns.
OCTOBER 26 • SACBEE.COM
Flirts with double-double in debut Reaves provided 12 points (6-14 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 0-1 FT), nine rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal across 36 minutes during Tuesday's 110-103 victory over the Timberwolves.
Impact Reaves showed no ill effects from the ankle injury that he sustained last week and played 36 minutes in the win. Reaves was unable to connect on any of his five three-point attempts, but he's bound to improve from deep as the season progresses. During the 2023-24 season, he connected on 36.7 percent of his shots from downtown and averaged 5.1 three-point attempts per game.
OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE
Cleared for Opening Night Reaves said his ankle feels good and that he's ready for Opening Night against the Timberwolves on Tuesday, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.
Impact Reaves missed Friday's preseason finale versus the Warriors with a mild ankle tweak, but the Lakers were already planning to rest him anyways. There's no word of any restrictions ahead of Opening Night.
OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE
Resting Friday Reaves will not play in Friday's preseason finale versus the Warriors for rest purposes, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Reaves will rest along with all the other expected Los Angeles starters. He is expected to start at shooting guard when the regular season tips off Tuesday against the Timberwolves.
OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE
Logs 18 points in preseason win Reaves compiled 18 points (6-12 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 5-5 FT), Eight rebounds and two assists across 22 minutes in Thursday's 128-122 preseason win over the Suns.
Impact Although Reaves was under a minute restriction in Tuesday's game, he recorded more usage in Thursday's victory. Reaves' ankle injury appears to be minor, and he's expected to be ready to play in the season opener next week.
OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE
Under minutes restriction Tuesday Coach JJ Redick said Reaves (ankle) will play on a minutes restriction during Tuesday's preseason game against Golden State, Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Impact Reaves is dealing with ankle soreness that held him out of the Lakers' preseason win over the Bucks on Thursday. However, the 26-year-old will suit up as the club works him back to playing form before Opening Night.
OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE
