Austin Reaves is having his breakout moment for the Los Angeles Lakers. It's also placing nails in the coffin for Bronny James' time in LA, and if it continues, Reaves will force Bronny right off of the Lakers entirely.
With LeBron James sidelined to start the year and Luka Doncic missing a week with a few minor injuries, the Lakers needed a hero. Austin Reaves stepped up in a major way, dropping a 50-burger one night and notching a game-winner in another game. It was his moment, and he thrived.
For the season, Reaves is averaging 32 points and nine assists, leading the league in free throws and a trio of triples per game.