“They Annoy the Hell Out of Me”: Austin Reaves Opens Up About New Lakers Teammates With Warning to Opponents

“They Annoy the Hell Out of Me”: Austin Reaves Opens Up About New Lakers Teammates With Warning to Opponents

Austin Reaves has found an unusual problem at Lakers training camp: the team’s new defensive additions are making practice miserable for him. After two days of scrimmages, the Lakers guard has already seen what a revamped roster can look like on the other end.  And if Reaves’ view is any indication, LA may have finally […]

Austin Reaves Sounds Off on Lakers’ 2 New Bargain Signings: ‘Wasn't Fun’

Austin Reaves is already feeling the impact of two Lakers newcomers — and his training camp complaint is actually a major compliment.

Lakers' early defensive prowess impresses Austin Reaves, JJ Redick

The veteran guard was quick to mention new wings Matisse Thybulle and Ziaire Williams along with second-year forward Adou Thiero. The coach points to team's depth.

Walker Kessler & Austin Reaves Think Lakers Defense Will Be Dangerous

The new-look Lakers have plenty of firepower of offense, but critics are worried about their defense. However, big man Walker Kessler isn’t worried about their D at all. “Listen, I think we’re gonna be a nasty defensive team,” Kessler said after the team’s first practice. “I’m just being honest. These guys hound the ball on […]

Austin Reaves Impressed With Lakers' Defensive Personnel

Through the first two days of training camp for the Los Angeles Lakers, there has been a lot of talk about how much they expect their defense to improve the season. Austin Reaves was the latest one to harp on that after having to go against some of the team’s wings. “Let me tell you, […]

Austin Reaves highlights 2 Lakers training camp defensive stars

Austin Reaves is getting an early introduction to the defense the Los Angeles Lakers hope to put around him this season, and two newcomers have made a particularly strong impression. After Wednesday’s practice, Reaves identified Matisse Thybulle and Ziaire Williams as the players whose defense had most caught his attention through the first two days of training camp. Austin Reaves said Matisse Thybulle and Ziaire Williams have been the biggest s…