Austin Reaves led the Los Angeles Lakers to a win against the Miami Heat on January 15, 2025. He recorded a double-double with 14 points and an impressive 14 assists. Reaves also contributed three steals during his 35 minutes on the court. The Lakers secured the victory with a score of 117-108.
What It Means
Reaves’ performance against the Heat marked his highest assist total this season, leading both his team and the game in assists. This game is part of a consistent stretch where he has been racking up assists, having achieved five or more assists in multiple games this season. Currently, he averages 5.9 assists per game, ranking him fifth among shooting guards in the league. Additionally, Reaves has been a reliable scorer for the Lakers, averaging 18.1 points per game this season.
