Austin Reaves erupted for a career-high 51 points in the Los Angeles Lakers’ 127-120 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Sunday night. But Kings star DeMar DeRozan was left far from

Lakers head coach JJ Redick explained how he challenged Austin Reaves, and why he is in the same tier as LeBron James and Luka Doncic.

Reaves averaged 27.9 points, 8.3 assists, and 6.6 rebounds in nine games without James during the 2024-25 season. When both James and Doncic were sidelined, those numbers jumped to 31.5 points, 10.5 assists, and 6.8 rebounds. That production has made him one of the league’s most reliable secondary scorers.

Austin Reaves delivered a career-high 51 points for the Los Angeles Lakers against the Sacramento Kings, showcasing his ability to lead the team in the absence of stars. Reaves also revealed a remarkable 73-point performance in high school,

Stephen A. Smith had some tough words for the Kings after Austin Reaves became the second undrafted player to score 50 points.

The progression of Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves going from undrafted free agent to star over a handful of years has been nothing short of sensational.

Hall of Famer Steve Nash believes Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves is ready to reach a major career milestone in the 2025–26 season. In a short Q&A video posted by Bleacher Report’s official Instagram, Nash was asked which player he thinks will make their first All-Star appearance this year. His response came without hesitation:

Lakers guard Austin Reaves got an update on his recent ankle injury for the team’s game against the Timberwolves.