At least one NBA executive believes Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves is playing his way into a major raise while LeBron James remains sidelined by injury.

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

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves has enjoyed a historic start to the new season as the team deals with injuries.

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.

Lakers lead 1-0 after 128-110 victory Oct. 24 What was billed to be a spotlight, prime-time game now looks like a preseason scrimmage. The Lakers are without F LeBron James (back) and now G Luka Doncic (finger),