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Lakers Austin Reaves season-ending injury

Lakers Austin Reaves season-ending injury

Key Questions

Is Austin Reaves out for the remainder of the Lakers' season?

Reaves is out 4-6 weeks with an oblique injury, effectively ending his season. This opens rotations amid tanking.

Who benefits from Reaves' season-ending injury on the Lakers?

Opportunities arise for Gabe Vincent, Alpha Diallo, Rui Hachimura, and Jake LaRavia as waiver targets. High-impact for Week 25 H2H, points, and dynasty leagues.

What is LeBron James' status after his foot injury?

LeBron is off the foot injury report for 4/9 vs. GSW, with Timme on bench. Monitor usage and coach decisions for 4/10-4/12.

Reaves out 4-6wks oblique szn-end opening rotations/waivers for Vincent/Diallo/Hachimura/LaRavia + tank; LeBron off foot IR 4/9 vs GSW (Timme bench); high-impact Week25 H2H/points/dynasty. Monitor usage/coach 4/10-4/12.

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Updated Apr 10, 2026