Lakers time: Austin Reaves shines in Crucial Moments

Austin Reaves had an impressive performance in the Lakers’ 130-125 overtime victory against the Clippers, finishing with 15 points (5-13 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 5-5 FT), seven rebounds, seven assists, and three steals during his 38 minutes on the court.

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While Reaves faced some struggles earlier in the game, he came through in clutch moments, contributing seven of his 15 points during the overtime period. This game marked his best all-around performance of the season, showcasing not only his scoring but also his playmaking abilities with seven assists and defensive prowess with three steals.

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The Lakers will be optimistic that Reaves can build on this strong finish and improve his overall performance. Prior to this game, he was averaging 10.0 points on 33.3 percent shooting from the field, including a 25.0 percent shooting from beyond the arc, in the team’s first four games.