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Jake LaRavia Erupts on 10-of-11 Shooting as Lakers Edge Wolves 116–115

Injuries elevated LaRavia into the starting lineup, creating the opportunity he seized.

Overview

  • LaRavia delivered 27 points on 10-of-11 shooting, including 5-of-6 from three, with eight rebounds in his second straight start.
  • Austin Reaves hit the game-winning floater and finished with 28 points and 16 assists in the one-point win.
  • Postgame, LaRavia credited Reaves for creating many of his looks, citing a push from coaches to be more aggressive.
  • Coach JJ Redick called the showing a reference point for LaRavia, highlighting his deflections and overall defensive activity.
  • A bench interaction went viral after Anthony Edwards responded to a fan asking about No. 12, and LaRavia replied on social media with a lighthearted "lol" and "Cap."