Patrick Beverley Has Smoke For Austin Reaves: "Whatever Team He Is On, I’m On His Ass.”
Austin Reaves may look at Patrick Beverley as one of his early-career veterans for their shared stint on the Lakers last season, but Beverley no longer cares. During the 76ers' 44-point win over the Lakers, Beverley and Reaves had an on-court scuffle, which the 76ers guard said was because of a past celebration. He clarified the incident on his podcast and said he will target Reaves for the rest of his career.
“I didn't wanna guard anyone else but Austin Reaves. How dare you come to Chicago, in my hood, and hit me with the too little? He gon' feel the wrath from now on. I'm picking his ass up 94 feet, it's nothing personal, just business. Every time I see the Lakers until I retire, whatever team Austin Reaves is on, I’m on his ass.”
The beef stems back to Reaves hitting Beverley with a 'too small' celebration during a Lakers vs. Bulls matchup in March 2023.
Beverley and Reaves have a good relationship off the court, but that taunt in March has set the stage for a mini-rivalry whenever a Beverley team faces the Lakers or Reaves. Given Reaves may be the key piece in a Zach LaVine trade, Beverley may see Reaves rock the Bulls' red later this season instead of the Lakers' gold.
LeBron James Defended Reaves In March After He Taunted Beverley
The Lakers vs. Bulls matchup in March was notable for being the game where LeBron James returned to action after missing a couple of weeks due to his foot injury. Beverley was doing what he does best and trying to get James off his game, which was working as LeBron readjusted to on-court action.
Reaves hit Beverley with the taunt after a tough bucket, something that James appreciated as he let everyone know after the game.
"AR always got my back. Even though he loved Kobe back in the day more than me. I forgive him."
That game ended up being a loss for the Lakers, but they still ended up in the playoffs and made a fantastic run to the Western Conference Finals. Patrick Beverley was on the squad for half the season but was ultimately moved in a deal to acquire Mo Bamba, which led to him being bought out by the Magic and spending half a season with his hometown Bulls.
Beverley is spending this season on the 76ers and hoping to be one of the key veteran pieces in a possible championship run. He put up 12 points, six rebounds, and three assists in Philly's big win over the Lakers, showing his enduring value in the NBA. He didn't end up fitting on the Lakers, but he's clearly still a useful piece as a backup guard defender in the NBA.
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