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Trail Blazers end season with 109-81 win over short-handed playoff-bound Lakers

Dalano Banton scored 23 points and the Portland Trail Blazers ended the season with a 109-81 victory over the playoff-bound Los Angeles Lakers, playing without Luka Doncic and LeBr...

APRIL 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Not playing vs. Portland Reaves is out for Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers due to a right ankle sprain, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.

Impact There's a strong case to say Reaves has been the Lakers' second-best player, even ahead of LeBron James, in recent weeks, but he'll get some much-needed rest for this contest. The Lakers already locked up the third seed in the Western Conference, meaning Reaves will get some much-needed time off. The star guard ends the 2024-25 season with averages of 20.2 points, 5.8 assists and 4.2 rebounds per game across 73 starts, with the points and assists per game being new career-high marks for him.

APRIL 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

LeBron James' Behavior Toward Austin Reaves During Lakers-Rockets is Turning Heads LeBron James’ bond with Austin Reaves on full display.

APRIL 12, 2025 • KANSASCITY.COM

Austin Reaves Sends Clear Lakers Message Before NBA Playoffs Austin Reaves and the Los Angeles Lakers clinched the third seed on Friday.

APRIL 12, 2025 • SACBEE.COM

Luka Doncic believes Lakers can win it all: 'We have the team to do it'

The Los Angeles Lakers said they believe they can win an NBA championship after they wrapped up the Pacific Division title.

APRIL 12, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Luka Doncic believes Lakers can win it all: 'We have the team to do it'

Goes for 23 points in blowout win Reaves accumulated 23 points (9-15 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, six assists and two steals across 33 minutes during Friday's 140-109 win over Houston.

Impact Luka Doncic was dominant on offense and LeBron James was limited to only 22 minutes, so Reaves stepped up and operated as the Lakers' second-best offensive weapon in what turned out to be a blowout victory. Reaves is heading into the playoffs in a good run of form and has scored at least 20 points in five of his last six outings, averaging 23.2 points, 4.5 rebounds and 4.7 assists per game in that span.

APRIL 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Austin Reaves' bold statement on Lakers' potential in playoffs Austin Reaves expressed some supreme confidence in how far the third-seeded Lakers can go in this year's NBA playoffs.

APRIL 12, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Austin Reaves: 'I feel like we could win a championship' All the ups and downs and twists and turns Los Angeles endured provided Reaves with clarity as he looked ahead to the postseason. “I feel li...

APRIL 12, 2025 • HOOPSHYPE.COM

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APRIL 12, 2025 • YOUTUBE

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APRIL 12, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Luka scores 39 points, Lakers wrap up Pacific title and No. 3 seed with win over resting Rockets

The Los Angeles Lakers clinched the No. 3 seed in the Western Conference playoffs with a 140-109 victory over the Houston Rockets

APRIL 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Takes backseat to Doncic in win Reaves finished Wednesday's 112-97 win over the Mavericks with 11 points (4-10 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, four assists and one steal in 38 minutes.

Impact Reaves took a backseat to Luka Doncic's 45 points Wednesday, turning in his lowest scoring output since March 6. Even so, Reaves is still averaging 24.9 points, 5.5 assists, 4.8 rebounds, 1.2 steals and 3.5 three-pointers in 37.1 minutes across his last 15 contests. During this span, Reaves is shooting a sparkling 51.4 percent from the field, 41.3 percent from downtown and 89.9 percent from the free-throw line.

APRIL 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

LeBron James, Luka Doncic Had Hilarious Reactions to Austin Reaves's Putback Dunk vs. Mavs LeBron and Luka couldn't believe what they just saw.

APRIL 10, 2025 • SI.COM

NBA rescinds Luka Doncic foul one day after he's ejected, Lakers collapse vs. OKC

The Oklahoma City Thunder ran away from the Los Angeles Lakers 136-120 after Luka Doncic was ejected. The NBA reviewed the play the followin...

APRIL 9, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

NBA rescinds Luka Doncic foul one day after he's ejected, Lakers collapse vs. OKC

Austin Reaves Reveals What Anthony Davis Texted Lakers Group Chat After Dallas Trade Reaves had a similar reaction to many others.

APRIL 9, 2025 • SACBEE.COM

Will suit up against Thunder Reaves (ankle) will play in Tuesday's game against the Thunder, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact Originally labeled as questionable and then upgraded to probable, Reaves and the rest of the Lakers' usual starting lineup will be available for Tuesday's showdown with Oklahoma City. The star guard shouldn't face any limitations, although it's worth noting Los Angeles has a short turnaround Wednesday against the Mavericks. Reaves has averaged 24.6 points, 4.6 assists, 4.3 rebounds and 3.6 three-pointers in 36.5 minutes over his last nine appearances.

APRIL 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to probable Reaves (ankle) has been listed as probable for Tuesday's game against the Thunder, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact Reaves, much like many notable players on the Lakers, was listed as questionable for Tuesday's game in Oklahoma City. However, that has changed, with the up-and-coming guard likely to play against the Thunder. The 26-year-old rising star is averaging career-high numbers in points (20.2), rebounds (4.5), assists (5.8) and steals (1.1) this season.

APRIL 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

LeBron James Issues Strong Statement on His First Impression of Austin Reaves Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James didn’t hold back.

APRIL 8, 2025 • SACBEE.COM

Lakers Make Austin Reaves Announcement Before Thunder Game Austin Reaves has been hot for the Los Angeles Lakers.

APRIL 7, 2025 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Iffy for Tuesday Reaves is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Thunder due to a sprained right ankle, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact Given that Tuesday is the first half of a back-to-back, the Lakers may elect to keep Reaves off the court on one end or the other. LeBron James and Luka Doncic are both uncertain to play due to a groin strain, so Los Angeles may have a lot of usage to soak up. Reaves has averaged 24.6 points, 4.6 assists, 4.3 rebounds and 3.6 three-pointers in 36.5 minutes over his last nine outings.

APRIL 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Lakers Injury News: LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and Austin Reaves Downgraded Ahead of Thunder Matchup The Lakers could be shorthanded in the first leg of a back-to-back on Tuesday against the Thunder.

APRIL 7, 2025 • KANSASCITY.COM

Hits for 20 in win Reaves recorded 20 points (7-15 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal over 34 minutes during Sunday's 126-99 victory over the Thunder.

Impact The fourth-year guard continues to be a terror from long range. Reaves has scored at least 20 points in 12 of his last 14 appearances and drained at least three three-pointers 10 times, averaging 26.1 points, 5.5 assists, 5.1 boards, 3.6 threes and 1.2 steals over that span while shooting 52.5 percent from the floor and 42.1 percent from beyond the arc.

APRIL 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

LeBron James feels Austin Reaves deserves Most Improved Player award Austin Reaves has raised his game this season and is now playing at an All-Star level.

APRIL 7, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Doncic scores 30 points as Lakers dominate NBA-leading Thunder 126-99

Luka Doncic scored 30 points and the Los Angeles Lakers routed the league-leading Oklahoma City Thunder 126-99

APRIL 6, 2025 • Associated Press

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APRIL 6, 2025 • YOUTUBE

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Trail Blazers end season with 109-81 win over short-handed playoff-bound Lakers

Luka Doncic believes Lakers can win it all: 'We have the team to do it'

Luka scores 39 points, Lakers wrap up Pacific title and No. 3 seed with win over resting Rockets

NBA rescinds Luka Doncic foul one day after he's ejected, Lakers collapse vs. OKC

Doncic scores 30 points as Lakers dominate NBA-leading Thunder 126-99