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Luka Dončić continues his HISTORIC offensive streak as the Los Angeles Lakers pick up an Emirates NBA Cup victory at home!
Austin Reaves: 25 PTS ... Show more
LegionHoops 5h
Zaire Williams thought Austin Reaves was Luka Doncic: “50 BALL!”
Reaves: “I’m the wrong white person.” 💀
(h/t @BrickCenter_ )
Austin Reaves had to clarify that he was NOT Luka Dončić following the Lakers Emirates NBA Cup victory! 🤣
Lakers assign Bronny James, Cameron Carr to G League team: The two guards had played a total of 16 minutes combined as the team opened the season 6-2 behind the ...
latimes.com/sports/lakers/story/2026-11-05/lakers-assign-bronny-james-cameron-carr-to-g-league-team
LegionHoops Nov 04
Total points leaders in the NBA:
— Luka Doncic (268)
— Tyrese Maxey (233)
— Giannis (199)
— SGA (199)
— Austin Reaves (189)
— Jayson Tatum (189)
— Brandon ... Show more
Mark Walter is reportedly in talks to sell the Cadillac F1 team as he is under federal investigation. He already sold the Lakers and Chelsea FC ... Show more
Mark Walter seeking to sell Cadillac F1 team amid investigation, per report
Mark Walter seeking to sell Cadillac F1 team amid investigation, per report
NEW SHOWTIME LAKERS 🔥
LUKA: 28 PTS, 8 REB, 7 AST
KESSLER: 26 PTS, 12-12 FG (!!!)
REAVES: 23 PTS, 6 AST, 4 REB
Good vibes in LA 🙌
thedunkcentral Oct 27
Austin Reaves says this Lakers team has no egos
“We have a team that understands roles and what is asked of them to do. And if they’re gonna do everything ... Show more
Austin Reaves brings the energy all night long as the Los Angeles Lakers grab the dub!
Walker Kessler: 22 PTS, 8 REB, 3 AST, 3 STL
Luka Dončić: 23 PTS, 6 REB ... Show more
thedunkcentral Oct 26
Rui Hachimura says he’s capable of being a No. 1 option and admits it was tough to get the ball on the Lakers last season
“I feel like the people around me ... Show more
Austin Reaves, Walker Kessler lead Lakers past the Clippers: Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler combine to shoot 20 of 27 from the field for 50 points as the ...
latimes.com/sports/lakers/story/2026-10-23/los-angeles-lakers-clippers-nba-game-recap
LegionHoops Oct 22
JUST IN: Lakers announce their starting five:
Luka Doncic
Austin Reaves
Ziaire Williams
Matisse Thybulle
Walker Kessler
Austin Reaves comes up BIG in the first half of preseason action in Vegas! 🫡
23 PTS | 3 REB | 6 AST | 3 3PM
Why Warriors-Lakers was the quiet end of an incredible NBA era - ESPN: For more than a decade, LeBron James shaped a massive rivalry with Stephen Curry and the ...
espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50246805/warriors-lakers-lebron-james-luka-doncic
OpinionThe new Lakers have much to prove, no chance of winning it all: Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are leading the revamped Lakers roster, but the team is still ...
latimes.com/sports/lakers/story/2026-10-19/commentary-lakers-season-preview
Key FactsCommentary predicts another early Lakers playoff exit
Oct 19, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: latimes.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: latimes.com
- The commentary projects a sixth-place finish for the Lakers in the competitive West and a first-round exit.
- Doncic missed an average of 20 regular-season games over the past three years and played five playoff games since Dallas reached the Finals three years ago.
- The Lakers went 30–11 last season with Doncic and Reaves on court together; LeBron is no longer there.
- Los Angeles acquired Walker Kessler from the Utah Jazz this summer for two first-round picks and two pick swaps; his role remains uncertain.
“One second we're going to be the best team in the world. And the next you lose two in a row, you're the worst team, you can't figure it out.”— Austin Reaves described the pressure and public expectations the Lakers have to navigate during media day.
Yaxel Lendeborg did it ALL in tonight's Golden State Warriors Las Vegas preseason win!
Brandin Podziemski: 17 PTS, 5 REB, 2 AST
Austin Reaves: 28 PTS ... Show more
"People can't just start licking their fingers and thinking that it's going to be sweet every time they see Luka [Doncic] and Austin Reaves ... Show more
Austin Reaves gets to the rim, switches up the pace, and guides in the smooth layup! 😮💨
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TAP TO WATCH ➡️ nba ... Show more
LegionHoops Oct 08
Austin Reaves says he’s thought about hiring fans to talk trash to Luka Dončić during games to make him more competitive:
“I’ve thought about paying people in ... Show more
AUSTIN REAVES HAS CAUGHT FIRE! 🔥
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thedunkcentral Oct 09
The Pistons reportedly pursued Kawhi Leonard, Kevin Durant and Austin Reaves this offseason but were unable to land any of them, per @VinceGoodwill (h/t @RTNBA )
Lakers five takeaways: What we learned from the preseason: The Lakers' big three of Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler only played one half together ...
latimes.com/sports/lakers/story/2026-10-17/lakers-five-takeaways-what-we-learned-from-preseason-training-camp
LegionHoops Oct 15
JUST IN: Projecting the Lakers’ opening day starting five:
Luka Doncic
Austin Reaves
Quentin Grimes
Sandro Mamukelashvili
Walker Kessler
Fourth best odds to ... Show more
Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves click in Lakers' preseason win vs. Kings: The Lakers will lean on Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves to lead the team this season ...
latimes.com/sports/lakers/story/2026-10-08/lakers-report-training-camp-thursday-preseason-game-vs-sacramento
LegionHoops Sep 28
Luka on playing golf against Austin Reaves: “He gave me some strokes, as he should.”
LegionHoops Sep 27
Austin Reaves while playing golf with LeBron James:
Bob: “That’s a killer three right there, man.”
Austin: “Could still be together.” 💀
(via @ClaireMPLS )
thedunkcentral Oct 01
"Defensively, we’re gonna be much better. Those guys compete every possession and everybody else fills in their roles and plays the right way ... Show more
athlonsports.com Oct 06
Austin Reaves Injury Update: Latest News on Lakers Guard After Missing Kings GameAustin Reaves Injury Update: Latest News on Lakers Guard After Missing Kings Game
Laker Matisse Thybulle tested by Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves: Matisse Thybulle says practice is sure to be tougher than games when he gets pushed by offensive ...
latimes.com/sports/lakers/story/2026-10-04/laker-matisse-thybulle-tested-by-luka-doncic-austin-reaves
Austin Reaves talks about the Los Angeles Lakers offseason trip to Slovenia, rates Luka Dončić as a host, and sets the record straight on the "reflexes ... Show more
TOP 💯 PLAYS OF 2025-26
At No. 13...
Reaves' intentional missed FT, rebound and baseline bucket force overtime, where Dončić wins it from the same spot!
LegionHoops Sep 09
Charles Barkley says this year’s Lakers team is ‘probably’ better than the 2024 Mavericks:
“I really want to see the Lakers do well. First of all ... Show more
LegionHoops Aug 27
Jonathan Kuminga just turned down a 2-year offer to play with Luka and Austin Reaves to join the Minnesota Timberwolves.
The Timberwolves have now passed ... Show more
LegionHoops Sep 01
The Lakers projected starting 5:
Luka Doncic
Austin Reaves
Quentin Grimes
Sandro Mamukelashvili
Walker Kessler
They have an 80% chance to make the playoffs ... Show more
LegionHoops Aug 25
Austin Reaves and the Lakers recently visited kids at a hospital in Slovenia.
Reporter: “What did the kids say?”
Reaves: “They love Luka!”
Reporter: “Do ... Show more
thedunkcentral Aug 29
https://HoopsHype.com’s top 10 SGs in the NBA:
1. Anthony Edwards
2. Donovan Mitchell
3. Devin Booker
4. Amen Thompson
5. Austin Reaves
6. Stephon Castle
7 ... Show more
Luka vs. Reaves - who's got the faster reactions? 😆👀
(via: Luka Dončić/IG)
Los Angeles Lakers
Why the Lakers Actually Will Be Better Off Without LeBron James This Season: Los Angeles will miss LeBron, sure. But its roster is better primed to compete in ...
si.com/nba/lakers/why-lakers-actually-will-be-better-off-without-lebron-james
LegionHoops Aug 13
Bam Adebayo is a 87 overall in NBA 2K27.
Jalen Johnson, Austin Reaves, Paolo Banchero are among those ranked above him.
Stop the Bam disrespect.
Re-Drafting the 2021 Through 2025 NBA Draft Classes: The NBA is currently chock full of young, high-upside talent. We gathered here to separate the best from the ...
bleacherreport.com/articles/25470002-re-drafting-2021-through-2025-nba-draft-classes
5-YEAR MEGA NBA RE-DRAFT 🔥
What if the NBA re-drafted players from the last five draft classes? 👀
- No. 44 (Bulls): Scoot Henderson
- No ... Show more
6 NBA Breakout Candidates for 2026-27: Austin Reaves, Matas Buzelis, Dylan Harper & more primed for big jump
sportingnews.com/us/nba/news/nba-breakout-candidates-2026-27-austin-reaves-matas-buzelis/4ad9154e223c8128ae929163
Lakers have one condition to trade Austin Reaves: What would it take for the Lakers to trade Reaves?
yardbarker.com/nba/articles/lakers_have_one_condition_to_trade_austin_reaves/s1_13132_44155692
LegionHoops Jul 13
Austin Reaves reportedly took a $5M paycut to give the Lakers some financial flexibility, reports @jovanbuha .
From $185M to $180M.
It's gonna take some time for Austin Reaves to get used to not playing with LeBron James anymore. 😔
(🎥: mcten/X)
TOP 50 HANDLES OF 2025-26 🍿
50. Ryan Rollins
49. Jalen Brunson
48. Matas Buzelis
47. Austin Reaves
46. Craig Porter Jr.
45. Jaime Jaquez Jr.
44 ... Show more
Austin Reaves Took $5M Discount Off Originally Agreed Deal With Lakers
basketball.realgm.com/wiretap/286689/Austin-Reaves-Took-$5M-Discount-Off-Originally-Agreed-Deal-With-Lakers
lakers.com Jul 09
Los Angeles Lakers Acquire Center Walker Kessler
lakers.com/news/lakers-acquire-center-walker-kessler
Key FactsLakers Rapidly Revamp Roster Post-LeBron Exit
Jul 2, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: espn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: espn.com
- LeBron James informed the Lakers on July 1, 2026, that he would continue his career elsewhere after eight seasons with the franchise.
- Within about 35 minutes the next morning, the Lakers executed a sign-and-trade for center Walker Kessler and signed three unrestricted free agents.
- The roster shifted to a younger, less proven group, with veterans Marcus Smart and Luke Kennard moving on to other teams.
- Luka Doncic is now positioned as the new team leader following the conclusion of LeBron’s tenure marked by one championship.
"it was time to move on."— LeBron James; according to ESPN, a source familiar with James's thinking, said it was time to move on.
LegionHoops Jul 03
The Pistons were going to sign Austin Reaves to a max contract, which forced the Lakers to quickly offer him $185M, per @BrettSiegelNBA
thehoopcentral Jul 08
Austin Reaves after he was gifted a dollar:
“Thank you, I needed that…Let me put this to my niece's college fund.” 🤣
(via ryderriva/IG, h/t @LukaUpdates )
Los Angeles Lakers star Austin Reaves intends to sign a... - ESPN: Read the breaking news story from the ESPN contributor Shams Charania
espn.com/contributor/shams-charania/fc6a2461d746e
LegionHoops Jul 03
Luka Doncic is "excited" about the Lakers' free agency moves, reports @DanWoikeSports "His biggest desires for the roster were addressed: keeping ... Show more
LegionHoops Jul 07
The Lakers updated roster:
Point Guards:
Luka Doncic
Collin Sexton
Jaden Hardy
Bronny James
Shooting Guards:
Austin Reaves
Quentin Grimes
Cameron ... Show more
Potential ‘Final Straw’ for LeBron James Revealed After Lakers Decision: LeBron James' stunning Lakers exit has everyone asking why. One theory is gaining ...
newsweek.com/sports/nba/potential-final-straw-for-lebron-james-revealed-after-lakers-decision-12143040
Key FactsLeBron James Ends Lakers Era After 8 Seasons
Jun 30, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
- LeBron James, the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, will continue his career into a record 24th season but not with the Lakers.
- He averaged 20.9 points last season and helped lead a depleted Lakers squad to the second round of the playoffs.
- James adapted to a reduced role as the team’s third offensive option, shooting 56.2 percent from the field in March.
- His agent emphasized the desire to compete for championships and make the most of remaining seasons, motivating the move away from Los Angeles.
LegionHoops Jul 01
Lakers current projected starting five:
Luka Doncic
Austin Reaves
Jake LaRavia
Jarred Vanderbilt
Walker Kessler
[Charania] Kessler's $130M deal includes a player option in the fourth season, plus a full trade kicker, sources tell ESPN ... Show more
LegionHoops Jun 25
Lakers initially offered Austin Reaves $30M/year, but were forced to increase their offer to $46M/year after the Pistons started to aggressively pursue him ... Show more
Lakers Improved Offer To Austin Reaves From $30M Per Year To $46M With Pistons In Pursuit
basketball.realgm.com/wiretap/286279/Lakers-Improved-Offer-To-Austin-Reaves-From-$30M-Per-Year-To-$46M-With-Pistons-In-Pursuit
LegionHoops Jun 23
The Nets have left the Austin Reaves sweepstakes after acquiring Julius Randle today, per @SamQuinnCBS . Lakers gain a bit more leverage.
"I thought it was odd ... to sign a guy [who was] having issues defensively. ... I do now understand it, now that you've let me know that Detroit was ... Show more
LegionHoops Jun 24
Austin Reaves after agreeing to his $185 million max contract with the Lakers 😅
(h/t @ClutchPoints )
LegionHoops Jun 24
The Lakers reportedly serenaded Austin Reaves with his favorite country songs and customized “AR” initialed pillows in their meeting to discuss a new deal ... Show more
Letters to Sports: Is Austin Reaves worth the $185-million deal?: L.A. Times readers weigh in on the re-signing of Lakers guard Austin Reaves ...
latimes.com/sports/story/2026-06-27/letters-to-sports-is-austin-reaves-worth-185-million-deal
Lakers Expected To Re-Sign Austin Reaves
basketball.realgm.com/wiretap/286077/Lakers-Expected-To-Re-Sign-Austin-Reaves
threads.com Jun 24
Shams Charania (@shams) auf Threads): Reaves was expected to receive free-agent interest from multiple teams -- such as Detroit -- on maximum-level salary ...
threads.com/@shams/post/DZ-VxOaEZUn
thedunkcentral Jun 28
The Lakers have shown interest in Tyler Herro AND Kel’el Ware, per @MikeAScotto “Before Herro joined Milwaukee in the Antetokounmpo trade and the Los Angeles Lakers ... Show more
Lakers' Lowball Offer to Austin Reaves Uncovered in New NBA Rumors After Max Contract Signing
bleacherreport.com/articles/25445548-lakers-lowball-offer-austin-reaves-uncovered-new-nba-rumors-after-max-contract-signing