Austin Reaves Posts Lowest Playoff Field Goal Percentage by a Laker in 35 Years

about 2 months ago

Austin Reaves Posts Lowest Playoff Field Goal Percentage by a Laker in 35 Years

Reaves struggled in game 1 vs. OKC, dropping just 8 points on 3-16 shooting from the field and 0-5 from 3-point range. Doing so, he had the lowest field goal percentage by a Laker in the Playoffs over the last 35 years at 18.8%. Despite dishing out 6 assists and grabbing 5 rebounds, Reaves largely struggled in the game.

By Pranay Mukherjee

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Stephen A. Smith Says Cleveland Offers LeBron James Best Path to Title

Smith said James has earned the right to choose lifestyle over basketball, but argued Cleveland gives him a better championship path than Los Angeles. “Don’t you want to win championships?” he asked. Smith cited Donovan Mitchell, Jarrett Allen, Evan Mobley and Kenny Atkinson, saying the Lakers lack assets, draft capital and a realistic West path.

By Raahib Singh

about 2 months ago

Anthony Edwards’ Stamina Becomes Minnesota’s Game 2 Question

Brian Windhorst said Minnesota’s outlook changed once Edwards appeared on the injury report, calling his workload a key issue after he played 25 minutes in Game 1. “How much can Ant give?” he asked. Windhorst said Chris Finch managed minutes well, but Edwards looked exhausted late and made fatigue mistakes. Wolves will have to manage that better in Game 2.

By Raahib Singh

Ric Flair Says the Lakers Are Obviously Not Trading Luka Doncic Despite Criticism

about 2 months ago

Ric Flair Says the Lakers Are Obviously Not Trading Luka Doncic Despite Criticism

Flair pushed back against talk of the Los Angeles Lakers trading Doncic. He called him the face of the franchise and said his scoring still gives the Lakers a chance to win, despite salary debate. “Obviously They Are Not Going To Trade Luka,” Flair wrote. He said if Doncic scores 20, James adds 27 and the supporting cast contributes, “They Win!”

By Adarsh Ojha

Brian Keefe Deemed Least Impressive Coach in Anonymous Player Poll

about 2 months ago

Brian Keefe Deemed Least Impressive Coach in Anonymous Player Poll

Keefe received 22% of the votes in The Athletic’s anonymous 2026 player poll asking which current coach, aside from a player’s own, was least impressive. Doc Rivers followed at 14%, with Doug Christie third at 10%. Steve Kerr drew 6%, while Billy Donovan and Nick Nurse each received 5% among the 100 votes cast in the survey.

By Raahib Singh

Joel Embiid Ruled Out for Game 2 Against the Knicks

about 2 months ago

Joel Embiid Ruled Out for Game 2 Against the Knicks

Philadelphia will face New York without Embiid after Shams Charania reported he is out with ankle and hip injuries. The Sixers already trail the series 1-0 entering tonight’s game at Madison Square Garden. Maxey and George now carry the offensive burden as Philadelphia tries to avoid heading home in an 0-2 hole.

By Raahib Singh

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