Lakers have to be more physical on defensive end

The change the Lakers need to see from Austin Reaves to take next step
The Los Angeles Lakers need Austin Reaves to take another step forward if they're going to sustain their strong start to the 2024-25 season.
Austin Reaves: Lakers have to be more physical on the defensive end
After 16 games this season, the Los Angeles Lakers are roughly where they were for much of the second half of last season. They're a very good offensive team, and this season, they have more ball and player movement on that end of the floor under new head coach JJ Redick.
Lakers News: Austin Reaves Happy To Have Jaxson Hayes Back
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Lakers may acquire Nuggets' $179 million star by parting with Austin Reaves
The Los Angeles Lakers may acquire a prolific Denver Nuggets three-point shooter, but it would require them to move on from a trustworthy playmaker.
Lakers look to ramp up defense with return to physical play
The Lakers return to NBA Cup play on Tuesday at Phoenix as the group leader at 2-0. Backup center Jaxson Hayes is set to return with a focus on defense.
JJ Redick: Lakers may have to change their defensive schemes
The Lakers, who are now on a three-game losing streak, are one of the NBA's worst defensive teams, and they must do something about it right now.
Lakers may acquire Bucks' $112 million All-Star by parting with Austin Reaves
The Los Angeles Lakers were recently predicted to part ways with guard Austin Reaves in a major trade with the Milwaukee Bucks.
Lakers Insider: 55% Chance Austin Reaves Isn't with LA After LeBron James Retires
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NBA News: Austin Reaves issues bold statement on Lakers’ loss to Nuggets
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