The LA Lakers have a good crop of young players × Follow Us Create Notifications New User posted their first comment this is comment text Link Approve Reject & ban Delete Log in Manage your profile Editing Story Queue Video Queue Editing Stats Writer Home SEO Redirection Admin Gaming Wiki Edits Taxonomy Home Edit Site Menu Mapping Dashboard Tag Pages Community Social Feed Queue Feed Center Notification Center Affiliate Home Manage Pages Bottom Tagline Dash Timeless Stories Logout Basketball NBA News Rumors NBA Rumors LA Lakers planning to insert sophomore guard into starting lineup By Akhil Khatri Modified 24 Aug 2022 Follow Us Comment Share Reaves records a triple-double in 2021-22 season finale The LA Lakers are under the radar going into the 2022-23 season following last year's disappointment. With plenty of youngsters to consider, new coach Darvin Ham faces the challenge of creating the starting lineup. Austin Reaves’ efforts seem to have been noticed by Darvin Ham, who reportedly plans to include him in the 2022-23 starting lineup. “Kendrick Nunn, Lonnie Walker IV, Talen Horton-Tucker and Stanley Johnson also are candidates to close games in place of [Troy] Brown or [Juan] Toscano-Anderson. Reaves is penciled in as a starter and closer based on the chatter out of the organization," The Atheltic's Jovan Buha wrote. Austin Reaves was a saving grace for the LA Lakers last season. He started in 19 of his 61 games last season, averaging 7.3 points, 3.2 rebounds and 1.8 assists. Reaves had several big games, including a triple-double with 31 points, 16 rebounds and 10 assists against the Denver Nuggets in the season finale. The Athletic NBA@TheAthleticNBAAustin Reaves is penciled in as a starter and closer based on the chatter out of the organization, @jovanbuha writes.Who else could join him?Five potential Lakers lineups: theathletic.com/3528814/?sourc…17331Austin Reaves is penciled in as a starter and closer based on the chatter out of the organization, @jovanbuha writes.Who else could join him?Five potential Lakers lineups: theathletic.com/3528814/?sourc… https://t.co/seAK9SyWMO Austin Reaves went undrafted in the 2021 NBA draft but ultimately got signed by a team with championship ambitions. Reaves made the most of his opportunities on the veteran-heavy squad last year. These efforts have kept him in contention for playing time, despite the addition of experienced, young talent. The LA Lakers seem to recognize his potential, and Reaves has hit the gym early. “He (Reaves) understands the opportunity that’s in front of him. Not just next year, but in general. He’s carved out a nice little niche for himself. … As a matter of fact, (the Lakers) told him to take a week off, but he’s like, ‘F— that. I’m gonna work.’ So just looking forward to seeing the results.” his agent Aaron Reilly said. Austin Reaves did not just spring into an efficient performance last season. Before playing for the Lakers, he played NCAA basketball with the University of Oklahoma, where he was a regular contributor. During the 2020-21 season, he averaged 18.3 points, 5.5 rebounds and 4.6 assists. The LA Lakers have received inquiries for Austin Reaves Amid a frustrating season for the LA Lakers, Austin Reaves and Stanley Johnson showed promise. They had stretches of solid production on both ends of the floor, which earned them spots in starting lineup. NBA@NBAAustin Reaves' game-winner from last season #NBAClutchWeek 74072Austin Reaves' game-winner from last season #NBAClutchWeek https://t.co/Pxvw3FJcio Austin Reaves has stood out among the young crop within the Lakers locker room, even seeing his name generate interest in the trade market. “Sources said that several rival teams have expressed in Austin Reaves, the shooting guard who is coming off a promising rookie season.” Hoops Wire's Sam Amico reported, via Lakers Daily. The Lakers’ restructure has given some hope to the fans for the upcoming season. Darvin Ham seems determined to utilize Russell Westbrook efficiently. Having a good core rotation in that position can help maximize productivity. Poll : 0 votes Quick Links More from Sportskeeda Edited by Chad Marriott × Feedback Thank You! Be the first one to comment Follow Us Share Show More Comments GIF Comment in moderation 0 0 Reply x Edit Delete Delete the comment? 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