Lakers Austin Reaves Re-emergence Narrows Trade Choice

Lakers Austin Reaves has had a recent re-emergence for Lakers Nation. If Reaves can maintain the consistency of late and Lakers News of him being the clear 3rd guy could make the Lakers Trade Targets much more narrow.
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[@ShowtimeLakersbaby808]

In the modern NBA your position is the position you guard. Christie guards the other team's point guard. So AR is already the 2 for all intents and purposes. Bruce Brown does NOT fix this.

[@SISKCERTWaJaVlogs]

bro it's called positionless basketball these days they gonna needa figure out how to not get killed on every switch

[@AsItStandsLakers]

On the defensive side. But you need a better ball handler offensively. Someone that can initiate but be a 3&d

[@artLopez24]

Yeah you don’t know ball lol

[@SISKCERTWaJaVlogs]

@ lavine or dejonte? because i think a reason why nobody wants lavine outside of his contract is because pretty much every other team has more athleticism than the lakers but still it's risky with a 44 mil it's better we get a backup brusing big in kessler or vooch and then get another perim guy like bruce brown

[@zzashkittyzzonna2474]

Brown first choice sexton and brogdon other choices

[@DevicCypher]

Have you noticed it all changed once he put on that headband?

[@TheAndokid1]

Probably cause his hair is always so long and getting in his face.

[@salvatorfarms6811]

I haven’t totally agreed with you in the past but you’re spot on with the Austin Reaves assessment. We definitely need a Bruce Brown arc type in order to compete with the higher echelon of the NBA keep up the good work.

[@tuned3224]

I resubscribed to your channel cause now we are in the same page. AR is playing out of his mind, and he has never had a stretch like these last 4/5 games. As I told everyone, he still has not peaked, and is likely starting peak right now. He said it himself, that he is still doing “some dumb things”. Dude is not fully happy during this stretch and still knows and wants to get better. Imagine that. We have to be careful that the lakers don’t stifle his flame how they did to knecht. Crazy he was able to drop 35 on the team with the best record in the NBA and with LeBron and AD on the court. Happy holidays.

[@maycom778]

Worthy said it best, “LA looks like a team in grooming… Cleveland looked like a team that’s fully groomed.” With that being said, Robert Horry said, “that was a good loss. We lost to a team that showed why they’re undefeated in Western conference.” We put up a good fight but if we hit our shots better, we would have won. Give JJ time to implement his philosophy. It usually takes a coach a year or two to really get their ideas/philosophy going at the same time I know it’s win now so give him a few more weeks to focus on shooting while playing good D and DFS is beefier/slower Vando who can shoot. His presence really made a diff and I bet Rob is licking his chops to see how healthy Vando and DFS looks together. I hope we keep Rui because he looked good C with DFS when they played small ball with Lebron against Cleveland. Only trade Rui if we get something really good in return.

[@Ryano10]

AR is beautiful to watch! I think the attack mode is key!

[@ShannonLott-sm5qw]

The Lakers really need a bruising center, if you notice against athletic bigs, AD settles too much instead of going to the basket, I like AD, but instead of bruising he's more of a finesse player

[@AsItStandsLakers]

The ideal center isn't really out there for trade. Someone like a kessler or a Turner would be perfect but that's very unlikely at this point. Lakers likely looking at a Valanciunas or Dayron sharpe type

[@sketchybehavi0r]

I hear you, but the timing is kind of weird for this point. He's currently balling as the starting point guard. With a bunch of assists during this stretch. It may not be sustainable, but it's working currently. 🤷🏿‍♂️

[@Jesse-jy8uy]

Yh Austin Reaves needs ball handling help, we’ve seen Reaves lose his 3 ball and become a bit of a shell when he’s tired, I’m not sure if he can handle this amount of creation workload, he was working hard for all his points. Which also leads me to question if we trade rui for brown we’re still missing some offence. Rui at his best helped with how little touches he needed and was a 3 level scorer in playoffs

[@anubis3963]

Thank you reaves should never have the ball in his hands

[@alwayswinning3743]

They want Reaves to be point, It's why they're experimenting with It and his balling and Max being the 2 way guard Is helping. We'll see next 5 games or so.

[@christianguliman8385]

hahahaha bruce can be two guard

[@TyrellClay]

Ideally we get Dejounte & a backup big but we’d have to give up DK & 2 1sts which I don’t see LA doing. Bruce Brown is our guy. We need high motor athletes around Lebron & AD and he is such a perfect fit. Him & DFS bring a grit to this team that we need.

[@donking6427]

D'Angelo had the talent but he doesn't have the heart..hes a powder puff

[@juanjuan799]

I wouldn't trade, this version of AUSTIN REAVES, for DEJOUNTE MURRAY, or ZACH LAVINE.

[@longlivetheblackmamba2-8-24]

Trading rui one of the few wing/PF players on the team for another guard defeats the purpose of the DFS trade in the first place. Not to mention based I what I’ve seen the things y’all want from Bruce brown is literally being provided by gabe Vincent and can be provided by shake as well. They don’t need no more guards unless your getting a all star caliber one which isn’t happening. I’d say just focus on getting some bigs and get their defense up

[@christianguliman8385]

for me defensive point guard like a davion mitchell i think lakers dont need starting caliber defender i think max is fine in that department as a pair with austin

[@juanjuan799]

The lakers, need BRUCE BROWN, to play with AUSTIN REAVES, and MAX CHRISTIE.

[@SearchingforMJJ_3342]

The more you talk the more I see that actually lonzo ball would be a perfect fit.if only we know if he could be somewhat healthy.

[@lexhobbs1050]

The only issue now is there isn't a 4th option.

[@CoolTy23]

🚨3 Team Trade🚨 Lakers receive: Dejounte Murray & Walker Kessler Pelicans receive: Rui Hachimura, Gabe Vincent, 1 FRP & 1 Pick Swap Jazz receive: Jalen Hood-Scfhino, Jaxson Hayes & 1 FRP

[@vanhcampo4711]

Love it. Perfect Trade

[@ShowtimeLakersbaby808]

In a universe where other teams aren't actively hating on the Lakers -- we can only hope.

[@user-zu5cw5bc3w]

This trade proposal demonstrates the typical delusion possessed by a large portion of the Laker fan base. The complete lack of understanding of the needs of the Pelicans and Jazz and where those teams are at right now is astounding. Some Laker fans are like two-year-olds that haven't learned yet that if you pinch your friends, it will hurt them, and they won't be your friends (make trades) with you anymore. This trade proposal does nothing for the Jazz. The Jazz aren't selling low on Kessler. The Jazz think they are going to possibly have Cooper Flagg next year. They want to team Flagg with Markannen, Kessler and Sexton going forward. Pelican's actually have a larger need for Kessler than the Lakers do. If the Pelicans are involved in a trade that involves Walker Kessler, I would be surprised if Kessler isn't going to New Orleans. If you are the Lakers, you might not want to involve the Pelicans in these talks with the Jazz for Kessler because Utah and New Orleans might just pull the rug out from under you and make it a two-team trade.

[@SISKCERTWaJaVlogs]

yep get rid of jaxassult hayes

[@bennytakeson]

The other teams would wants at least one more 1st rounder each to do that. Contracts determine value not your heart.

[@truckerstar24]

Would love to have Bruce brown jr but that doesn’t move Austin from being the 1. Offensively he will still be the 1. Bruce brown would just replace max Christie in the starting lineup bringing more physicality, experience and defensive versatility.

[@franciscoperez6409]

Hell no to a trade that will included Austin reeves.

[@o82774]

Are you serious? Reeves plays no defense, has no athleticism, explosiveness, and is keeping us from having a real point guard. Do you like getting swept in the playoffs every year with this clown?

[@carlgregorymari5980]

AR Max DFS LBJ AD Is a better starting lineup on this current roster. You just need to upgrade Max if you can get another 3&D type guard. You dont need another ball handler to initiate the offense you have LBJ and AR on that role.

[@Someone-eb8wk]

Tyler do you think rui would be a great back up 4?

[@alphonsosanchez5138]

Austin Reaves makes a difference like Steve Nash made a difference.

[@hunter-zp2hf]

Idk where to put Austin. Doesn't make sense if he just played his best games ever at point guard, to move him back to the 2.. but also it we move him to 2 which I like we need an ACTUAL point guard and Bruce Brown isn't that he is a 2.just like Austin.

[@ToLooseGoose]

Tyler "I understand it now"

[@jamesgreen2994]

How much does Lakers pay for AR? He is doing great with his salary. Murray of Denver earns 50 Million and he is even worse than AR. Lakers have enough guards. They need a solid backup center, which will make them competitive for championship.

[@TheAndokid1]

I think he just signed a $12 million a year contract for 4 years.

[@vasjaforutube1]

Reaves failed to score 10+ points only in 2 games out of 30+. I wouldn't call him inconsistent, he's actually very reliable due to his 3-level scoring ability. AD is much more unpredictable. And $13M/season on a long-term contract is a really modest salary for such a level of production.

[@o82774]

You are literally trying to make an argument that Austin Reeves is better than AD. Reeves is a role player not a star. AD has proven if you surround him with the right talent he can get you a ring. Reese has proven he is the wrong talent by us getting swept out the playoffs every year with him. Stop it.

[@vasjaforutube1]

@o82774 nope, my claim is that Reaves gives you moderately high return with low variance (and all this variance is upside, no drawdown), while AD gives you very high return with high variance. Google "modern portfolio theory" and "post-modern portfolio theory", you'll understand what I mean. When you allocate your capital into several instruments, Reaves is a very efficient part of composition, you need someone like him alongside AD for your team/portfolio success.

[@justinecabanes3558]

He's aggressive because he has the ball as the primary ball handler. Make him a two-guard, and he will return to his old self.

[@IesuMoAu]

You should criticize yourself. Austin getting paid 13 million is not the problem. He actually gives us the ability to upgrade everywhere else. Dude just outplayed both of the Cavs backcourt starters, D.Fox and Steph in this current stretch. Oh, and he doesn't have a problem showing up in the playoffs as well. I don't know where all this hate for Austin has come from all over the internet but you're one of them. Criticize yourself since you live by that rule "no one is above criticism"

[@zackerymottu9792]

I disagree one of reason why Lakers traded dlo because they want Austin to be the point guard and has the ball in his hands and he's only going to get better at it with more reps Austin plays similar to Jalen brunson a scoring point guard who can pass Austin bron and AD are going to have balls in their hands a lot more

[@SISKCERTWaJaVlogs]

he's very much so a lite jalen brunson

[@activechuckss]

A losing formula. He turnovers the ball too much. Leading to fastbreak points in transition, because AD and LBJ too old and slow to get back

[@asxpsecret1506]

@ we’ve won every game with him at “pg” besides Cavs

[@SISKCERTWaJaVlogs]

@@asxpsecret1506 the cavs are the best team itl for a reason. yet we gave em a good game ngl

[@activechuckss]

@@asxpsecret1506cap! He’s had 5 turnovers, 6 turnovers, that is how pg get benched, not taking care of the ball. That is not compatible with winning basketball! Especially with LBJ old ass and AD

[@_WEsTWooD]

Mark my words - it’s going to be Collin Sexton.

[@rgncal4872]

Colin sexton does not play defense!!! At all.. never did in Cleveland never has in Utah in fact he is the worst defender on Utah. You think dlo was a bad defender, Colin is just as bad.

[@SISKCERTWaJaVlogs]

and kessler

[@SISKCERTWaJaVlogs]

@@rgncal4872dude it's because utah plays no defense defrtg isn't everything lmaoo

[@user-zu5cw5bc3w]

I wouldn't hold my breath for Sexton if I were you. Utah might sell Clarkson. The Jazz think they have a decent shot at Cooper Flagg in the draft and going forward they'll want to team him with Sexton, Markannen, and Kessler. The Jazz also have all those picks they got for Mitchell and Gobert. First round picks from the Lakers that are 4 and 6 years away probably don't move the needle for the Jazz in a Sexton or Kessler trade. Danny Ainge is under pressure to start improving the team. After the draft in June, Ainge will likely be entering player acquisition mode and use some of those future draft picks he's acquired as trade bait to add a player or two to his young core. This summer there will be several teams trying to shed salary to stay away from aprons who Ainge can find trade partners with. Remember that Utah can't attract big name free agents. They have to build slow through the draft or built fast through trades where they are the buyers. Stop thinking of the Jazz as sellers. They are about to turn the corner and head the other way. Unless you want Jordan Clarkson. You could probably get him for JHS and Hayes and a pick.

[@AsItStandsLakers]

Wouldn't suprise me

[@redpillchristian9040]

Ar is the point guard

[@charismaticcharacter6529]

Should lakers trade for center or bring up Christian Koloko? It’s a tough choice. I still don’t want to trade Rui.

[@nathanharris3787]

Bro the lakers said they not trading him

[@ShannonLott-sm5qw]

As a die hard Lakers fan, I'm with you, and I'm sure other Lakers fans feels the same way, but no we need rui, don't trade him.

[@ShannonLott-sm5qw]

​@@nathanharris3787if the Lakers are going to make a trade the only tradeable assets is Rui and Gabe, I don't want to see Rui go

[@nathanharris3787]

@ShannonLott-sm5qw bro like yall not understand the lakers said that rui is long term for the future

[@charismaticcharacter6529]

@ I hear different opinions of lakers trading him because he has value. I don’t agree trading him

[@TheRaipen]

lakers need an athletic 7 foot bigman like howard to have a flexible lineup in case the opponents has Jokic type or Jarret allen to compete for physicality

[@SISKCERTWaJaVlogs]

or just another brusing big and sadly dwight won't get along w ad that ship has sailed and he's out of the league for a reason

[@AsItStandsLakers]

The issue is that it isn't really out there, and available. Closest is probably Capela or Williams. Realistically, we're likely looking at a Valanciunas or Dayron type

[@SISKCERTWaJaVlogs]

@ what abt poetl or is he not available...i was thinking abt him because we could get him with bruce brown

[@koolandre1269]

No we need trade Austin Reaves he's best peace get a real superstar

[@SISKCERTWaJaVlogs]

before this game: we aren't good enough after the game: we aren't good enough, yet...

[@AsItStandsLakers]

Exactly lol

[@LeadfootLou]

Having AD as our permanent and really the only worthwhile center on our roster ensures that we won’t make it out of the west. LeBron needs to be a part time 3 and we need a big that can play alongside AD. Until we get that figured out, it won’t matter who we sign.

[@AsItStandsLakers]

I'm sure the Lakers land a backup center but that's the easy part. It's getting that right Perimeter help to better balance the starting unit that's key. Even against the Cavs, the interior wasn't what killed us it was the Perimeter and Cavs getting too many open looks knocking down 18 3s

[@LeadfootLou]

@@AsItStandsLakers- We have to agree to disagree. I don’t think a backup center that’s not a rim protector helps much. We need a rim protecting rebounding specialist that can start against some of the larger bigs. Otherwise we have to hope that some other team takes out the Nuggets or the Flippers in the playoffs for us.

[@roderick9ful]

Where did the hell did Austin Reaves ‘re-emerge’ from?🙄 Last season, Austin averaged 16 points per game, 5.6 assists per game and 4.4 rebounds on 49/37/85 shooting splits. This season, Austin is doing more of the same. Ain’t nothing changed, dude.🙄

[@LizzyBreiManeja]

austin just had 35 points

[@o82774]

Reeves is fool's gold. He gives up more on defense than what he gives you on offense. He has absolutely no gravity and is essentially a stat padder. Teams will happily let him score since they know he can't stop them and they can focus all their attention on the real threats on the Lakers. But the Lakers front office and Lakerstans actually celebrate when the Lakers lose if Austin Reeves has a good night! This is pathetic. Reevee could not start on ANY team in the NBA but is starting on the historically greatest NBA team of all time? The back courts on every contending team is salivating to play Austin Reeves in the playoffs. Can we please stop sacrificing the team so we can delude ourselves with a Great White Hope? Let's trade this bum while he has a perceived high value and get a real point guard with athleticism, explosiveness, handle, consistent shooting, and the ability to play defense. You know, like every other contending team.

[@redpillchristian9040]

Ar is the point guard which is a mistake

[@CraigFanning-b8l]

We need DeAnthony Melton 109 defensive rating great defensive point guard and can score

[@user-zu5cw5bc3w]

right

[@SISKCERTWaJaVlogs]

injured for the year dude

[@AsItStandsLakers]

Unfortunately, he's out for the season

[@CraigFanning-b8l]

Ideal PG is Trae Young bad defense but great assts 12 per game great scorer

[@AsItStandsLakers]

Maybe post Lebron

[@Brokewithnomoney]

Now that I think about it that Collin sexton might be a bad trade because they both play like a two guard they both put the head down and tryna score and none of them are knockdown shooters, the only reason why I like the sexton trade is because when reaves don’t have it sexton can a vice versa but hindsight that might be a bad trade

[@AsItStandsLakers]

Im not big on sexton alone but in a Kessler deal its fine. The benefits I see with Sexton are the athleticism and rim pressure he provides and versatility as an off ball threat. He has the tools to be a good POA defender but has never really bought into that side of the ball. If he does he could be ideal but that's the question will he?

[@Brokewithnomoney]

Like the way reaves play is how Collin sexton play always in attack but in that case who makes plays, and the only reason why I don’t like Bruce brown trade because he shrinks the floor if u want Austin reaves to be in attack mode we can’t have Bruce brown 32% on the scouting report

[@Brokewithnomoney]

Like the reason I like nikola trade is because u don’t shrink the court so if I get a Dennis smith jr he can be a rim pressuring guard because u can kick out to 4 other people and he a defensive of guard like vue feels a need a doesn’t shrink the court put LeBron at the 1 but u start dfs now u got ad dfs and the wing now u got two wing side defenders

[@Brokewithnomoney]

@@AsItStandsLakers I think lonzo would be a better fit because with lonzo if he doesn’t workout just get off him but u seen when he was at the bulls he a rim runner and isolation in hindsight we have the same thing with bron and ad i just think he will would feel the cp3 roll better and his shooting comeback it just a plus he still pretty good defensively now

[@alwayswinning3743]

at start of vid, but AD needs help, his stated he needs and wants help, get the job done Rob. Everyone knows who I'm talking about ;)

[@maycom778]

I know Rui is the odd man out but keep injuries in mind. Rui can back up many players. He had a bad night but let’s not forget all the good nights when he was hella efficient. Unfortunately, he has the next best contract from Dlo so he’ll most likely go and we’ll make videos about how we regret let Rui go like did with Alex Caruso. Rui looked really good playing small ball C… I’d rather trade JHS, Hayes and Vincent before I’d trade Rui (unless we get a superstar like Fox, Levine, etc). I WOULD NOT TRADE RUI FOR BRUCE BROWN!!! We can find someone cheaper than him to play 3 & D without trading Rui. Rui is more valuable than he’s being portrayed. Don’t forget about all the hood games he played as a ROLE PLAYER!!! Don’t make Rui the next Alex Caruso!!!

[@barefieldlarry721]

Brah this makes my heart hurt just listening to him . Wow its so hard to listen to him.

[@bennytakeson]

I say trade Gabe, Vando, JHS and Hayes 1st and 2nd to IND for TJM/Turner then flip cam reddish to memphis for 1 or 2 2nds.

[@AsItStandsLakers]

Would be great but Pacers want to keep Turner. Maybe things change between now and the deadline

[@taetookover2023]

If the lakers get Bruce brown move Bron back to point AR15 2 Bruce 3 DFS 4 AD 5

[@signalhilltv5237]

the same reason I wanted the lakers to bring back malik Beasley is the same reason I do not like the D-lo trade for a player that moves the needle it would have been nice having their salaries to trade.

[@SISKCERTWaJaVlogs]

he's not coming back after fans sent death threats to his family what 😂

[@AsItStandsLakers]

Don't sleep on the DFS move. He alone doesn't make us a contender but he makes the Lakers much better

[@SISKCERTWaJaVlogs]

@ ^^ this part we went from we just aren't good enough to we aren't good enough yet but there's light ahead

[@signalhilltv5237]

@@SISKCERTWaJaVlogs I would feel better if the Lakers got DFS and Sharpe from the nets you get a wing, and an interior player then we would need to address a defensive point guard maybe sign Fultz or Dennis smith jr. I think the lakers gave up too much DFS and shake Milton do not move the needle enough to make the lakers championship contenders. But you gave up a piece that could get you a Murry, or LaVine.

[@JmsNapaai]

Lakers need Bol Bol

[@JavierGarcia-13ace]

A cheaper more realistic option b or c is Ayo Dosunmu & Jaylen Smith or Matisse Thybulle & Duop Reath or RWIII for Gabe Vincent & JHS + SRPs

[@AsItStandsLakers]

I'd love Ayo and if the Lakers can get him than great

[@JavierGarcia-13ace]

@AsItStandsLakers it might require a mildly protected FRP if Jaylen Smith is also included maybe a SRP added.

[@longlivetheblackmamba2-8-24]

Been talking about Duop for a minute Matisse would be nice too fasho

[@anubis3963]

Reaves rui and max for fox 🦊

[@One_Black_Panther]

This is how Reaves needs to play...agreed he is not good at being a point guard. Dont agree with Bruce Brown...because lskers lack production from the bench l, you need Fox as ur point guard. He can easily give u 20+ point a night...so more guaranteed points from the starters that the bench can't get..plus will gove Bron rest and he can be your FUTURE player with AD....sooo just get a big & Fox...not ur talking...with DFS as well for 3 & D it will boost the team a lot to be a contender...we all know in the playoffs its usually 7 to 8 players ur gonna use.

[@coreypasley7537]

I think people attack you on Reaves cuz you clearly have no clue what your talking about haha Reaves is running the PG now and his usage is higher that’s why his stats have increased .. Reaves is a combo Gaurd. He is neither a 1 or 2 and that’s where his value is he can play both . Lakers don’t need a point of attack defender that’s why max is there and they’re developing him to be . For the last 2-3 years Reaves has been one of the lakers most efficient players statistically . You just don’t know what you’re talking about from a basketball perspective.

[@melanisticmuzik6744]

Reaves is a stat padder. He as a point guard is taking more shots than lebron & ad & the lakers still lose. He could score 50 a night, the lakers are going nowhere with him as the point or the leading scorer. Lebron was clowning him during AD's postgame interview when reporters asked about the ball being in austin's hands more & AD had to hold back the laugh to keep it professional. Lebron & AD know they aint winning a CHAMPIONSHIP with reaves as their point guard.

[@g4afee4L]

Bro shuffling

[@Respectboy323]

yup

[@RickyWren]

Larry Bird

[@asxpsecret1506]

Austin is just in a weird situation where he’s not rlly a role player because he has potential/plays better than just some role player but at the same time he isn’t a star and that comes down to consistency

[@elvide0]

He is gonna be alot more consistent now he doesnt need to share minutes with dlo

[@DereckYang]

I agree we need bb alongside with AR That can make the best of AR I agree with this❤

[@SISKCERTWaJaVlogs]

@@asxpsecret1506 he's more at the level right beneath someone like jalen williams but above mautherin

[@SISKCERTWaJaVlogs]

@@DereckYang we can do bb reaves dfs lebron ad with the bench being max dalton vando wood poetl

[@AsItStandsLakers]

That's why I think if your going for Reaves as your 3rd guy you need the right complementary players alongside him.

[@strandall86]

Nooooo made it 5 mins without a kinda then rips of like 5 kindas on 15 words 😂😂😂😂😂

[@strandall86]

Noooo and the getting “a” deaaron fox… no there is only one Deaaron fox u can’t get multiple Deaaron foxes so it’s not a.. it’s go get Deaaron fox

[@o82774]

If the playoffs come and Reeves is the starting point guard of the Lakers the Lakers are going to get swept again or get bounced in the second round at best. But if Reeves averages 21 points with us getting swept you stans will be happy right? Pathetic.

[@christianguliman8385]

austin is the 3rd guy why you want a 3rd guy the nba is already change 3 allstar is not useful anymore see what happen to suns have a big three but trash you dont need to trade for a max player cause you have already 2 max player in the roster gm should maximize thr salary cap i dont know why you keep want a 3rd star in the lakers you just need a consistent 3rd scorer not a star

[@jmbrpt]

Brown play point? Are are you only thinking of point of attack? Because AR is a much better point thr brown.

[@AsItStandsLakers]

AR is better at making reads and plays but doesn't handle the ball pressure well. Bringing in someone like Brown allows for that Initiator and than Reaves can be on ball from there.

[@tyronearbias4940]

just trade rue and gabe period

[@AsItStandsLakers]

Agreed

[@tymslight8449]

Reaves is a 6th man

[@dmounticure]

Here we go again, acting like Austin Reaves MJ. Whatever he scores, he gives that up or more on the defensive end. Stop listening to the Reaves fans that want him to be more than what he is. What you were saying was spot on about Zach LaVine. These same fans were riding Alex Caruso Joc strap, who is a good player but not like what they tried to make him in LA! Just stop people because he's not Tyler Hero!!

[@asxpsecret1506]

@@dmounticure nobody thinks that ☠️ no even the biggest reaves fans

[@AsItStandsLakers]

No ones saying any of this lol. I still want lavine but Lakers don't seem interested and if Reaves can maintain a version of this than you have a clear path for trades

[@dmounticure]

@@asxpsecret1506 I can't tell because they come out nowhere anytime anyone talks about trading him or criticizing his play .

[@dmounticure]

@AsItStandsLakers I was more so talking about his fans because they can't phantom trading him or talk real about his horrible defense. They will see that Milton is going to give you the same thing if given a chance for a faction of the price. I was letting you know that you were speaking truthfully about Reaves because it is right there on film.

[@conquistojones3646]

Point of attack guard doesn’t = a point guard. Vando is point of attack sf, you don’t like AR it’s fine, you nit pick everything thing he does or doesn’t do just be honest you don’t like him or you would stop the nonsense.

[@coreypasley7537]

Dog Bruce brown is on a terrible contract, hasn’t played in a year , and was never good outside of 1 year with the nuggets . Trading for him is stupid haha stop bringing him up

[@darriongray8426]

I love Reaves at the 1

[@anubis3963]

Hell no that bum can't dribble to save his life

[@franciscoperez6409]

Austin Reeves is inconsistent you are crazy he’s exocrina almost 19 a game, thank God don’t warehouse your videos that much now i know why.

[@knell7900]

Bruce can’t guard 1-4

[@AsItStandsLakers]

His history says otherwise. He's not someone you want defending a 6'8 guy position after position but someone that can hold his own on the switch and defends big

[@vanhcampo4711]

He was deferring bringing up the Ball due to not being able to handle the Ball pressure. I totally agree him moving to shooting guard. He IS NOT a point guard.

[@asxpsecret1506]

When was he passing up the ball because he can’t handle ball pressure tho?

[@AsItStandsLakers]

Exactly, you don't need a Chris Paul type playmaker but you need someone that can initiate and handle the ball pressure

[@vanhcampo4711]

@@asxpsecret1506 He deferred bringing up the Ball multiple times having Cam, or Kristy bring up the Ball. We’re you watching the same Game?

[@asxpsecret1506]

@ that’s was like once and they weren’t even pressing him it was just off the inbounds

[@undividedattention8186]

AR is better on the ball and Brown is definitely not a PG having Christie develop a consistent jumper is the key...

[@AsItStandsLakers]

Christie has been great but he's 21 years old and your trying to win a chip. I'm as high on christie as you can be but he needs to be the backup 2. As for Brown, he's better at handling ball pressure and initiating the offense. Having brown doesn't take away from Reaves being on ball as the 2. Brown intiates, then plays off ball and provides that 3&d

[@anubis3963]

Reaves can't dribble to save his life

[@roderick9ful]

Austin Reaves has always made his teammates better.

[@anubis3963]

Reaves is a bum stop lying 🤥 on the Internet

[@bagskie]

Actually what would be a near perfect trade before the deadline that can help elevate this Lakers team is a trade w/ Utahs Collin Sexton & Walker Kessler for Rui JHS & Wood + 2031 1st, 2026 pick swap & removal of protections of the 2027 1st. A more balanced rotations will look like this after the trade: AR / Sexton / Milton Gabe / Max / Bronny DFS / Knecht / Reddish Lebron / Vando (if healthy) AD / Kessler / Hayes That starting lineup have playoff atmosphere experience while the bench is more balance of offense & defense. Regardless of Vando coming back, Kessler can play w/ AD in non Lebron minutes. And after the trade, the Lakers will have 1 open roster spot while being 5million+ under the second apron to sign a vetmin or buyout guy to round up the roster.

[@DaxPlayer828]

Where is the scoring coming from? Balancing what? 😂 At least Rui will give you at least 12~15 PTs per game inside or outside on probably fewer shots than Max and Cam combined!

[@bagskie]

@DaxPlayer828 AD Sexton can be a 12-15pts off the bench. Kessler can provide inside scoring... Starting 5 can survive w/o Rui's production on offense. It wont be long that DFS will take his place in the starting 5 if he sticks around after the trade deadline.