Austin Reaves Hungry for Lakers to Make NBA Playoff Push

Lakers Guard Determined to Help Team Secure Postseason Berth

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves has expressed his desire for the team to qualify for the NBA playoffs this season. After missing the postseason last year, Reaves is eager to contribute to the Lakers' success and help them return to contention.

Reaves, who signed a two-year, $1.9 million contract extension with the Lakers in November, has emerged as a key player for the team this season. He is averaging 7.6 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game while shooting 48.6% from the field and 37.9% from three-point range.

Reaves' Role in Lakers' Success

Reaves has played a significant role in the Lakers' recent success. He has started 12 of the team's last 15 games and has averaged 10.8 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 3.4 assists during that span. His shooting has also improved, as he is shooting 53.3% from the field and 43.8% from three-point range during that stretch.

Reaves' ability to shoot, pass, and defend makes him a valuable asset for the Lakers. He can play both guard positions and can fill in at small forward if needed. His versatility gives Lakers coach Darvin Ham a lot of flexibility in his rotations.

Lakers' Playoff Push

The Lakers are currently ninth in the Western Conference standings with a record of 29-32. They are four games behind the eighth-seeded Golden State Warriors and 5.5 games behind the seventh-seeded Minnesota Timberwolves.

The Lakers have a tough schedule remaining, but Reaves is confident that the team can make a playoff push. "We have a lot of talent on this team," Reaves said. "We just need to find a way to put it all together and make a run."

If the Lakers can qualify for the playoffs, it would be a major accomplishment for Reaves. He would be a key part of a playoff team for the first time in his career.

Conclusion

Austin Reaves is determined to help the Lakers make a playoff push this season. He is a key part of the team's success and his contributions will be crucial if the Lakers are going to reach the postseason.