Reaves has been so good this season that LeBron James might just need to adjust to him when the Lakers' star returns

Austin Reaves' explosive performances are raising questions about the future of the Lakers and his potential contract value.

Oklahoma product Austin Reaves has stepped into stardom with the expanded opportunity. The fifth-year pro is enjoying, hands down, his best season in the association, averaging 34.2 points, 5.6 rebounds and 10.0 assists per game, albeit in a short sample size.

The Los Angeles Lakers traveled to Minnesota to take on the Timberwolves Wednesday night in a rematch of last year's first round NBA Playoffs series. The Lakers' 2-2 start to the 2025-26 season has come without LeBron James,

This article was originally published on www.si.com/nba/lakers as Austin Reaves’ Stellar Play Could Create Dilemma for Lakers, Says Insider. The injuries have been rough for the Los Angeles Lakers to start the season.

The injury-plagued Los Angeles Lakers fell to the Portland Trail Blazers, 122–108, at home Monday despite a standout performance from Austin Reaves.