Austin Reaves Leads Lakers Past Knicks with 25-Point Performance

Austin Reaves recorded 25 points, 5 assists, and 4 rebounds in a 110-97 win over the Knicks, shooting 8-for-16 from the field. Following a period of inconsistency after returning from a calf strain, Reaves displayed renewed aggression, drawing praise from coach JJ Redick for his physical play. With LeBron James sidelined, Reaves stepped up as a primary scoring threat, helping the Lakers secure their fifth win in six games while maintaining his role alongside Luka Doncic.