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All of Team USA has plenty at stake against Germany, but the matchup might mean more to Austin Reaves than any other player. Team USA and Germany will compete Friday for a spot in the 2023 FIBA World Cup gold medal game. While Austin Reaves has been one of Team USA’s most important World Cup […]

As Team USA prepares for their semifinal matchup with Germany in the 2023 FIBA World Cup, Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves continues his insane climb to stardom. This time, he’s doing it through Rigorer. On Thursday, global shoe retailer KICKS CREW and global performance brand Rigorer announced a shock drop of 1,000 pairs of […]

The semi-finals of the 2023 FIBA World Cup is set! On one side of the bracket, we have a reunion between two former Los Angeles Lakers teammates. Austin Reaves and Team USA will face off against Dennis Schroder and Germany in the penultimate round of the playoffs. The two former LA teammates will be battling […]

After Team USA’s final second-round game against Lithuania in the FIBA World Cup, morale was understandably a bit low. The favorites to win the title got beat down by the Lithuanians in a myriad of ways. Austin Reaves, one of the more notable stars on the roster, was targeted heavily by Lithuania. You had to […]

Team USA is cruising into the FIBA World Cup semifinals after absolutely destroying Italy Tuesday by a score of 100-63. Mikal Bridges led the way with 24 points, but Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves also did his part, adding 12 points. That included a ridiculous putback slam just before halftime, which had teammate LeBron […]

Austin Reaves’ ascent into stardom has been nothing short of impressive. From being a plucky undrafted guard who impressed during the 2021 Summer League to someone even the most casual NBA fan recognizes, the Los Angeles Lakers guard’s star has exploded beyond imagination. And it seems like Reaves is only in the infancy stages of […]

Austin Reaves is having the full experience of being at the center of attention during his current stint with Team USA in the 2023 FIBA World Cup. After being adored for his play in the early goings of the tournament in Manila, Reaves is now getting the wrath of social media following his underwhelming play […]

Entering the second round of the 2023 FIBA World Cup, Team USA’s confidence was at an all-time high. Anthony Edwards even told reporters that they’d win both of their crossover games against Montenegro and Lithuania, believing that the team would continue to roll along after three dominant victories in the first round. But as Lithuania […]

Austin Reaves and Team USA are still reeling from their first loss in the 2023 FIBA World Cup at the hands of Lithuania on Sunday. The good news for the Americans is that the loss doesn’t signify the end of their run in Manila. Their fate is still in their hands. Reaves is also not […]

Team USA guard Austin Reaves had a nightmare game against Lithuania in the final group play game of the 2023 FIBA World Cup, and Lithuania point guard Vaidas Kariniauskas made it sting a little extra with his trash-talking of Reaves down the stretch of Lithuania’s massive upset over Team USA, 110-104. Kariniauskas, who led Lithuania […]

It’s win or go home now for Team USA and the rest of the world at the 2023 FIBA World Cup. Team USA finished a strong group-stage performance with a disappointing loss to Lithuania 110-104 early Sunday morning. There, facing off against a fellow Round 1 group winner, some of the flaws and challenges Team […]

The Austin Reaves hype train is firing on all cylinders now. After an incredible season with the Los Angeles Lakers, Reaves is now being treated as a critical member of the team. His new contract extension, as well as selection to the Team USA lineup, is proof of that. Part of the pressure of being […]

Austin Reaves didn’t have his offensive A-game on Friday in Manila, but the Los Angeles Lakers guard still played an integral role in Team USA’s tightly contested 85-73 win vs. Montenegro at the 2023 FIBA World Cup. Reaves came off the bench and played the second-most minutes on the team (24:56), behind Anthony Edwards. Once […]

The second round of the FIBA World Cup saw Team USA face some stiff competition for the first time after dominating their opponents. Against a Nikola Vucevic-led Montenegro squad, the US found themselves in a brutal slugfest. Montenegro gave the team all they could handle and then some. In the end, though, it was a […]

Stephen A Smith is not an easy person to impress. The First Take host has seen a lot of basketball and football in his lifetime to know professionally which ones are the most worthy of praise. One particular player that he has kept an eye on since the NBA playoffs was Austin Reaves. The Los […]

It’s been quite a year for Los Angeles Lakers star Austin Reaves. The 25-year-old became a break out star for the Lakers, particularly during the team’s Conference Finals run where he put up multiple 20 point games and established himself as one of the team’s top players outside of LeBron James and Anthony Davis. Since […]

One of the most hilarious rumors that swirled around NBA Twitter during the 2022-23 season was that Austin Reaves, the Los Angeles Lakers’ nascent guard, was dating renowned pop icon Taylor Swift. Plenty of fans believed the altered photo that was making the rounds; but in the end, Reaves himself shot down the rumor, saying […]

As if it was not clear by now, Austin Reaves has arrived. It has been a whirlwind year for the Los Angeles Lakers breakout and FIBA World Cup standout, who is still processing his massive leap in popularity. It can be difficult to stay humble when murals are being made in your honor, but the […]

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves is getting more and more publicity as the offseason rages on. This week, Reaves has been getting tons of love in the Philippines during the FIBA World Cup, and now, he’s also getting huge recognition back home in Los Angeles. Recently, a mural was displayed in the City of […]

Once again, Los Angeles Lakers rising star Austin Reaves stole the show in Team USA’s rousing 109-81 victory over an experienced Greece squad. In 17 minutes, Reaves dropped 15 points (team high), six assists, five rebounds, and two steals on his way to Player of the Game honors. In doing so, Reaves became the first […]

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves is making some fans both in the United States and abroad. Reaves is currently in the Philippines with Team USA for the FIBA World Cup, and the Lakers star recently got a huge ovation from Filipino fans when he was introduced. Fans in the Philippines packed out the place […]

It’s safe to say Team USA has put an impressive, undefeated exhibition slate behind it as the 2023 FIBA World Cup gets fully underway. As the Americans prepare for their second game of group play against Greece on Monday morning, though, Austin Reaves and Tyrese Haliburton couldn’t help but smile when tasked with reacting to […]

They started off slow, but Team USA basketball eventually took off in their tournament opener of the FIBA World Cup on Saturday, beating New Zealand 99-72 in Manila. Los Angeles Lakers standout Austin Reaves undoubtedly made his presence felt for Steve Kerr’s squad with 12 points, six assists, and three steals and also had no […]

Los Angeles Lakers guard (star?) Austin Reaves stole the show in Team USA’s first game at the 2023 FIBA World Cup — a smooth 99-72 win over New Zealand in Manila. Reaves — whose overall rapid ascendency has been encapsulated by his increasingly integral role on this Team USA squad full of young NBA stars […]

Austin Reaves made his debut for Team USA in the FIBA World Cup, and it couldn’t have gone any better. The Los Angeles Lakers star entered the game to a roaring Filipino crowd. Fans chanted his name and rooted for the young forward. Reaves repaid the applause with a masterful all-around performance for Team USA […]

Team USA opened up their action in the 2023 FIBA World Cup by cruising past New Zealand with a 99-72 victory, and two guys who led the way in this win were Anthony Edwards and Austin Reaves. Edwards and Reaves have both shined for America to this point, and they shared an awesome moment together […]

Austin Reaves has quickly become one of the most popular players in the NBA amid his rise with the Los Angeles Lakers, and that has carried over to the Philippines, where Reaves has quickly made a lot of fans. With Team USA finally kicking off their action in the 2023 FIBA World Cup, one such […]

Everyone in the world’s current generation has grown up to idolize Kobe Bryant. Instinctively shouting “Kobe” when disposing of trash leads to a habit. It can grow subconsciously and manifest in the courts. Many players all around the globe developed this manner. Now, these same kids have blossomed to be like the Los Angeles Lakers […]

The FIBA World Cup is quickly approaching for Team USA, and they certainly have gold medal expectations after going undefeated in all of their exhibition matches. Out of all of their warmup games, the contest against Germany proved to be the toughest, although Team USA ultimately came roaring back from a 16-point deficit to beat […]

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves might be Team USA’s breakout star at the 2023 FIBA World Cup. That doesn’t mean he’s the best Team USA player, but Austin Reaves’ stock could rise more so than anyone else on the roster. Anthony Edwards, Brandon Ingram, Tyrese Haliburton, Jaren Jackson Jr. and Jalen Brunson are already […]

Team USA is putting the finishing touches on their preparation for the 2023 FIBA World Cup, with their first contest set to take place on Saturday, August 26th against New Zealand. In the meantime, the squad has been taking in the Philippines, and it sounds like Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves is thoroughly enjoying […]

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves does not want to cause controversy while overseas with Team USA. As he and his team participate in the FIBA World Cup, Reaves was recently asked whether he plans to try to recruit some of his talented costars to the Lakers. “I can’t speak on that,” said Reaves, per […]

From the very start of free agency, the Los Angeles Lakers made it a priority to retain Austin Reaves. Going from being undrafted in 2021 to starting for the Lakers in the playoffs, Reaves rapidly became an integral part of his team’s rotations during the 2022-23 season. This is why Los Angeles could not afford […]

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is loving the product that Team USA is putting out in preparation for the FIBA World Cup. He was especially hyped by the celebration that Austin Reaves and Tyrese Haliburton put on display after closing out Team Germany in an exhibition match, as James took to Instagram to shout […]

Austin Reaves enjoyed a nice little breakout season with the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2022-23 season (13 PPG, 3.4 APG, 3 RPG, 52.9 FG%), playing a massive role in their run to the Western Conference Finals. With some bigger expectations next season, Reaves will be looking to continue to improve for Los Angeles in […]

It cannot be understated how much Los Angeles Lakers fans already love Austin Reaves. Well, they’re going to love Reaves even more after they hear what he said regarding LeBron James’ GOAT status. “My personal opinion, even being a [Kobe Bryant] guy, I think [LeBron James] is the greatest player to ever play,” Reaves said […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are hoping for an injury-free FIBA Basketball World Cup for Austin Reaves and Dennis Schroder this summer. Reaves is coming off of a playoff performance in which he became a force on the offensive end of the court and a clutch playoff performer. Schroder’s speed and dependability opened up the court […]

Mikal Bridges praised USA basketball teammate and Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves and insisted he should be respected for his game at this time. Via the Los Angeles Times: “This ain’t no underdog s— no more,” Bridges said. “He’s here.” Reaves, who went undrafted in 2021, has carved a big role for the Los […]

Who is the best player in the NBA? This is a question basketball fans debate every single year, and it’s one that often has no right answer. MVP candidates such as Nikola Jokic, Joel Embiid, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Stephen Curry and LeBron James are obviously amongst the best of the best, but one player cannot win […]