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Austin Reaves' Possible Return Boosts Lakers Ahead of Road Trip

1/31/2026

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Austin Reaves of the Los Angeles Lakers has been sidelined for more than a month with a strained left calf.
He has missed 18 games and may return during the Lakers’ upcoming road trip, easing pressure on LeBron James.
Reaves averages 26.6 points, 6.3 assists, and 5.2 rebounds per game for the Lakers.
The Lakers face the Washington Wizards on January 30, 2026, with Reaves listed as questionable.

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Austin Reaves of the Los Angeles Lakers has been sidelined for more than a month with a strained left calf.
He has missed 18 games and may return during the Lakers’ upcoming road trip, easing pressure on LeBron James.
Reaves averages 26.6 points, 6.3 assists, and 5.2 rebounds per game for the Lakers.
The Lakers face the Washington Wizards on January 30, 2026, with Reaves listed as questionable.