Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (pelvis) will miss a second consecutive game on Monday against Minnesota. He is considered day-to-day with a left pelvic contusion. Reaves' absence on Sunday versus Utah gave Gabe Vincent a chance to start. He had a solid but unspectacular game with 10 points, three rebounds, two assists, and one steal. Vincent will rejoin the second unit on Monday, with D'Angelo Russell (illness) returning to action against his former team as a starter.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (pelvis) will miss his first game of the season on Sunday against Utah. He suffered a pelvic contusion in Friday's contest versus Oklahoma City, and the team has downgraded Reaves from questionable to out. Reaves' absence opens up over 30 minutes in the rotation and a starting position, which will go to Gabe Vincent on Sunday. Vincent has been limited to 2.8 points in 16.7 minutes this season but should be a lot more productive on Sunday against the Jazz, who give up 25.0 points and a league-high 10.2 assists per 48 minutes to point guards.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (pelvis) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Utah Jazz. He briefly exited on Friday due to this issue and is now questionable to suit up because of it on Sunday. It's uncertain how serious of an issue this is, but the Lakers might take the cautious approach and let Reaves rest on Sunday. If that happens, Max Christie and Gabe Vincent would likely see more minutes in the rotation. Neither player is an ideal fantasy option, but Christie has been the more valuable option between the two this season.
D'Angelo Russell, Austin Reaves Will Play Wednesday
Los Angeles Lakers guards D'Angelo Russell (hip) and Austin Reaves (ankle) are both available ahead of Wednesday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. As expected, both players will suit up for this game after being listed as probable. The Lakers are missing some key pieces on offense, so Russell and Reaves should be asked to do more heavy lifting on offense. Both players should see significant boosts in fantasy value ahead of Wednesday's game.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (ankle) is anticipated to play on Wednesday versus the Grizzlies. The ankle injury isn't anything new, so fantasy managers should expect to see him on the floor. The 26-year-old has played well this season, averaging 17.3 points, 5.0 rebounds, 4.9 assists, and 1.4 steals. Of course, assuming Reaves is available, he's a viable fantasy option in any format. But his potential could increase if Anthony Davis (foot) isn't available.
According to Jovan Buha of The Athletic, Los Angeles Lakers forward Austin Reaves (ankle) has been cleared to play against the Detroit Pistons on Monday. The 26-year-old has yet to miss a game this season. He's a starter in any fantasy format, averaging 17.3 points, 5.2 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 1.3 steals, and 2.2 threes per game to start the year. Anthony Davis (hip) and D'Angelo Russell (foot) are also available after being listed as probable earlier on Monday.
Los Angeles Lakers forward Austin Reaves (ankle) is expected to play on Monday against the Detroit Pistons despite being listed with a sprained ankle. The 26-year-old hasn't missed a game yet this year and has provided a high-quality scoring punch from the wing. He's a starter in any fantasy format as he's averaging 17.3 points, 5.2 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 1.3 steals, and 2.2 threes per game to start the year. Since he's expected to suit up, he should remain a fantasy starter.
Austin Reaves Participates During Sunday's Practice
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (ankle) was able to suit up and participate during Sunday's practice. This news comes after Reaves went to the locker room during Friday's game due to an injury. Reaves was able to return to the contest, but appears to still be banged up. It seems like Reaves should be able to play during Monday's game against the Detroit Pistons. Max Christie and Gabe Vincent figure to see increased playing time if Reaves is unable to play.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (thigh) is probable for Wednesday's matchup versus Cleveland. He has a left thigh contusion. However, fantasy managers should expect to see him on the court against the undefeated Cavs. The 26-year-old has played well this season, averaging career-highs in points (19.3), rebounds (7.0), and three-point shooting (48.0%). As such, Reaves remains a must-start in any fantasy format. He may also be more involved offensively if D'Angelo Russell (back) can't get on the floor.
Austin Reaves Will Be Playing Friday Against Warriors
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves confirmed to reporters that he'll be playing in Friday's preseason contest against the Golden State Warriors. The up-and-coming guard posted a solid performance in his first preseason action against the Nets on Monday. He dropped 18 points 5-for-7 shooting from the floor and added two rebounds and two assists. Four of his five made shots were from downtown. Reaves is looking at an important role for the Lakers this year as he has shown that the can be a big contributor to the offense. He should be a late-round sleeper that could help a lot of fantasy teams if he can grow his all-around game.
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