Reaves Shines as Lakers Upset Celtics in Boston

In a surprising turn of events on Thursday evening, the Los Angeles Lakers, led by the outstanding performance of Austin Reaves, secured a notable upset against the Boston Celtics in their home turf. Despite missing star players LeBron James and Anthony Davis, Reaves stepped up, scoring 32 points, grabbing two rebounds, and contributing three assists. His impressive shooting, going 10/18 from the field and 7/10 from beyond the arc, played a crucial role in the Lakers’ 114-105 victory.

Following the triumph, Reaves took to Instagram on Friday to share the joy of the team’s success. His post featured two photos from the game, and he captioned it: “Good team road win. Great way to start off the month .”

Reaves’ stellar performance has been consistent throughout the season, as he now boasts averages of 15.5 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 5.2 assists per game. Remarkably, he has played in all 50 games of the season, showcasing durability and reliability. His shooting percentages stand at an impressive 48.8% from the field and 35.9% from beyond the arc.

In addition to Reaves, D’Angelo Russell also had a noteworthy night, contributing 16 points, eight rebounds, 14 assists, and two steals to the Lakers’ success.

With this victory, the Lakers improved to a 25-25 record in their first 50 games, securing the ninth seed in the competitive Western Conference. Over their last ten games, they hold a 6-4 record and have struggled on the road with an 8-17 record in 25 away games.

Looking ahead, the Lakers are set to face Jalen Brunson and the New York Knicks on Saturday evening at Madison Square Garden in Manhattan. As they aim to build on their recent success, the Lakers will seek to continue their positive momentum and climb in the Western Conference standings.