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Why Austin Reaves likely won’t sign an extension with the Lakers this offseason

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Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images Austin Reaves stands to make far more money as a free agent in 2026 than he can receive from the Lakers in an extension this summer. When the Lakers acquired Luka Dončić at this year’s trade deadline, Austin Reaves’ long-term future in L.A. suddenly appeared murky. Would the Lakers keep all three of Reaves, Dončić and LeBron James, or would … [Read more...] about Why Austin Reaves likely won’t sign an extension with the Lakers this offseason

What did we learn about Austin Reaves in the playoffs?

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Photo by Harry How/Getty Images After a sensational regular season, Austin Reaves struggled in the playoffs. It revealed some glaring roster holes the Lakers need to solve this summer. As they enter a crucial offseason, the Lakers face some tough decisions regarding how best to support their superstars, Luka Dončić and LeBron James. The most critical decision will … [Read more...] about What did we learn about Austin Reaves in the playoffs?

LeBron James still can’t believe the camera angle used on foul call in Game 4 vs. Wolves

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Photo by David Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images Like many Lakers fans, LeBron James was shocked the NBA even had a Hawk-Eye camera ready to reverse a call in the playoffs against the Wolves. With the Lakers-Wolves series now well in the rearview mirror, it’s easier to reflect on the games and what transpired during this short postseason run for the Lakers. While the … [Read more...] about LeBron James still can’t believe the camera angle used on foul call in Game 4 vs. Wolves

Is Rui Hachimura a reliable small ball five defensively?

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Matt Blewett-Imagn Images Rui Hachimura showed flashes of being able to contribute as a small ball five on defense during the regular season, but his weaknesses on that end were taken advantage of in the playoffs. Teams across the league have benefited from acquiring multi-positional forwards to boost their chances of real contention. Players like Aaron Gordon and … [Read more...] about Is Rui Hachimura a reliable small ball five defensively?