Austin Reaves Confirmed as Starter for Lakers Opening Exhibition

Austin Reaves has been confirmed by head coach JJ Redick as one of three locked-in starters for the Los Angeles Lakers, joining Luka Doncic and Walker Kessler ahead of their preseason opener in Sacramento. Reaves has been sharpening his offensive skill set during training camp, testing new defensive addition Matisse Thybulle while taking full-court pressure from Ziaire Williams. Reaves continues to serve as a key offensive savant for the Lakers.