Austin Reaves describes Rui Hachimura as ‘one of my favorite teammates’
It’s pretty rare to see Lakers star Luka Doncic cracking jokes with opponents during a game. However, his playful banter with Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg during the Lakers’ season opener on Wednesday provided a glimpse into his competitive spirit on the court. The following night, Doncic was in high spirits once again during the Lakers’ […]
Austin Reaves rescues the Lakers from a frightening evening against the Clippers
On Friday night at Crypto.com Arena, it seemed for a while that the Lakers might face their first defeat, largely due to the performances of former players Rui Hachimura and Brook Lopez from the Clippers. Especially since their star guard Luka Doncic was having a tough time getting into his groove offensively. However, Austin Reaves, […]
Austin Reaves talks about the lesson he gained from LeBron James.
Even though he’s no longer playing alongside LeBron James, Lakers guard Austin Reaves carries a significant lesson from their time together. Reaves is now the longest-tenured player on the Lakers following James’ move to the 76ers during the recent offseason. The two were teammates for five seasons, from 2021 to 2026. Reaves’ journey began when […]
Luka Doncic playfully teases Austin Reaves about his interests outside of basketball
Luka Doncic Jokes About Golf with Austin Reeves Luka Doncic didn’t shy away from some light-hearted banter with his Lakers teammate, Austin Reeves. When asked by Rich Lerner from Golf Channel if Reeves would give him some golf tips, Doncic quipped, “He’s afraid I’m going to be better than him.” Since Doncic’s trade to the […]
Austin Reaves speaks out about LeBron James leaving the Lakers
Reeves Responds to James’ Departure Is it better late than never? Perhaps that’s the question on everyone’s mind. Austin Reeves has finally weighed in on the news that he and LeBron James will no longer share the court for the Los Angeles Lakers. More than a day after James announced his departure from the team, […]
Does Austin Reaves’ contract affect discussions between the Lakers and LeBron James?
Lakers Retain Austin Reeves, Focus Turns to LeBron James The Los Angeles Lakers secured their key offseason goal by signing star guard Austin Reeves to a four-year, $185 million contract. This move strengthens their backcourt alongside the superstar Luka Doncic, as they aim to build a championship-caliber team. Now, the franchise is looking at the […]
Lakers speculation grows as Nets and Pistons consider Austin Reaves
Austin Reeves is poised to become a highly sought-after free agent in basketball. However, all indicators suggest he will remain with the Los Angeles Lakers, where he seems to want to be. NBA insider Marc Stein has reported that the Brooklyn Nets and Detroit Pistons are positioning themselves as potential contenders for the Lakers guard […]
Concerns for the Nets as they are associated with high-profile free agents Austin Reaves and Jalen Duren
Knicks Eyeing the Title, Nets in Rebuild Mode As the Knicks strive for a championship, the Nets find themselves grappling with a challenging rebuilding phase. It’s, um, quite a contrast, really—one team pushing ahead while the other is, well, kind of stuck. Brooklyn might feel a bit embarrassed watching all the success across the East […]
Lakers should give Austin Reaves whatever he desires. Here’s the reason.
This offseason, the Lakers face a critical decision: how much to offer Austin Reeves from a financial perspective. It’s not just about how the team will reorganize internally. There’s uncertainty around LeBron James’ return for his 24th NBA season, or whether he’ll even remain with the Lakers, which could ripple through the entire league. Reports […]
Austin Reaves’ request for $239 million from the Lakers is the most significant issue in NBA free agency.
NBA Free Agency Landscape for 2026 Looking ahead to the summer of 2026, fans might be wondering who the standout free agent could be. Honestly, the choices aren’t too exciting. Sure, LeBron James still holds a prominent spot in discussions, but let’s not forget he’ll be turning 42 during the season. Coby White and Ayo […]