Despite performing well in 2025, the Los Angeles Lakers hit a rough patch following their loss to the Brooklyn Nets. LeBron James' absence proved crucial, as even key players like Austin Reaves struggled to deliver their best.

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves admitted he needs to play better with LeBron James out after their loss to the Brooklyn Nets.

Austin Reaves was brutally honest in his postgame assessment after the Los Angeles Lakers' 111-108 loss to the Brooklyn Nets, calling his own performance “incredibly bad” and taking full responsibility for his struggles.