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Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) against the Phoenix Suns at Mortgage Matchup Center.
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Austin Reaves Says Lakers Lost The Game While Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Was On The Bench

Although the Lakers were overwhelmed in several departments, the critical shortcomings during Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's absence iced the game, according to Austin Reaves.

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Oct 24, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) reacts in the second half against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Lakers Reportedly Not Expecting Luka Doncic To Return From Injury Against OKC

Luka Doncic is not expected to return during the Lakers’ second-round series against the Thunder.

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Dec 23, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) and head coach JJ Redick against the Phoenix Suns in the first half at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Nov 14, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) talks to Head Coach JJ Redick on a time out against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
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Nov 14, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) talks to Head Coach JJ Redick on a time out against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
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