Austin Reaves of the Los Angeles Lakers will also be sidelined for the remainder of the regular season following a diagnosis of a stomach muscle injury. The announcement comes shortly after the team revealed that Dallas Mavericks star Luka Dončić will miss the remaining games due to a thigh muscle injury. The Lakers confirmed Reaves’ condition in a statement, stating, “Lakers’ Austin Reaves has been diagnosed with a stomach muscle injury and will be absent until the end of the regular season.”
The news adds to the disappointment for the Mavericks organization, who were already reeling from Dončić’s unexpected absence.
Both players’ return dates remain uncertain at this time. Neither Dončić nor Reaves have provided specific timelines for their recovery. Medical staff for both the Mavericks and the Lakers are currently assessing their conditions and determining the appropriate course of treatment.
The absence of these key players impacts the teams’ respective standings and playoff aspirations. Fans and analysts alike are awaiting further updates on their status as the regular season concludes.
