Austin Reaves returned to the lineup Tuesday night after missing the past five weeks with a strained left calf, providing a boost as the Los Angeles Lakers closed their trip with a 125-109 win over the Brooklyn Nets.
Reaves finished with 15 points on 3-for-9 shooting, along with four rebounds and two steals. The guard’s return added another option to the Lakers’ rotation as they pulled away for a comfortable road victory.
Reaves back after five-week absence
The game marked Reaves’ first action since being sidelined by the calf strain. He contributed on both ends, pairing his scoring with activity in the passing lanes to help the Lakers control the matchup.
Los Angeles’ win capped the trip on a positive note, with Reaves’ availability serving as a key development coming out of the night.