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Lakers' Reaves Out Again; Team Thrives Despite Injuries

11/9/2025

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The Los Angeles Lakers announced that shooting guard Austin Reaves will miss his third consecutive game due to a groin strain before facing the Atlanta Hawks.
The Lakers hold a strong 7-2 record despite injuries to key players, including LeBron James.
Austin Reaves averages 31.1 points per game and is seen as a reliable future option alongside Luka Doncic.
LeBron James continues to recover from sciatica and will miss his tenth straight game.

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The Los Angeles Lakers announced that shooting guard Austin Reaves will miss his third consecutive game due to a groin strain before facing the Atlanta Hawks.
The Lakers hold a strong 7-2 record despite injuries to key players, including LeBron James.
Austin Reaves averages 31.1 points per game and is seen as a reliable future option alongside Luka Doncic.
LeBron James continues to recover from sciatica and will miss his tenth straight game.