Jarred Vanderbilt was a fan favorite for the Los Angeles Lakers after being acquired at the 2023 trade deadline due to his high motor and willingness to do the dirty work.

De'Aaron Fox is a better basketball player than Austin Reaves. We can get that part out of the way from the start. There is no real statistical argument otherwise. Even the most optimistic projections of Reaves' increasingly bright future have to acknowledge that Fox has physical gifts that he simply does not.

Despite a demonstrative blowout victory over the mighty Boston Celtics (who were playing on the second night of a back-to-back, it should be noted) on Thursday

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves has proven himself to be one of the most important players on the team. Reaves is the unofficial third option of the Lakers and has performed well into his fourth season in the league.

The Lakers’ 118-108 win over the Warriors moved them seven games above .500 for the first time this season, with key contributions from Jarred Vanderbilt and an improving Gabe Vincent.

Jan. 25, 2025 Jarred Vanderbilt ... James had 25 points and 12 assists and Austin Reaves had 16 points and seven assists. Kobe Bryant’s passion for his beloved Eagles brings back memories ...

It marked Vanderbilt’s first NBA action since he sprained his right midfoot in the Lakers’ road win against the Boston Celtics last Feb. 1.

Jarred Vanderbilt was a fan favorite for the Los ... When asked what L.A. misses most about the former Kentucky Wildcat, Austin Reaves pointed out his willingness to do the little things.

SAN FRANCISCO — After being sidelined for nearly a year, Lakers forward Jarred ... Finney-Smith, Austin Reaves, Dalton Knecht and LeBron James in a small-ball lineup. Vanderbilt also played ...

The Los Angeles Lakers are gearing up for a matchup against the Washington Wizards, with their playoff positioning on the line. The Lakers (26-19) currently sit

The Los Angeles Lakers are gearing up for an intriguing matchup against the Washington Wizards, who sit at the bottom of the NBA standings with a 6-40 record. W

By most accounts, what's transpiring between Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat should have no impact on the Los Angeles Lakers. Butler and the Heat are on the fast track to a bitter end, but the Lakers don't appear to be a realistic suitor for his talents.