The meteoric rise and new-found fame of Austin Reaves - The Athletic
The meteoric rise and new-found fame of Austin Reaves - The Athletic
Proving doubters wrong has fueled Austin Reaves' rise with the Lakers and Team USA. Don't expect that to change because he's tasted success.
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Love that he is getting such wide recognition now.
I really believe the Lakers got him on a very good deal - his value must have rocketed post FIBA ball.
I remember his rookie season and everyone calling him Hillbilly Kobe. Now, there are no HBK references out of respect for his request to drop it.
He's awesome to watch. It's great to see players who are clearly not the most athletic on the court but have a strong basketball IQ have success. Jokic and AR-15 help give hope to others who may not be as athletic but can still be successful.