Austin Reaves Ruled Out for Entire First-Round Playoff Series

Lakers guard Austin Reaves is officially sidelined until May, confirming he will miss the team's entire first-round playoff series against the Houston Rockets. Reaves has been out since April 2 alongside teammate Luka Dončić. In his absence, the Lakers will rely on Marcus Smart to manage playmaking duties. The team continues to monitor the status of their injured stars as they prepare for the postseason without key offensive contributors.