Overview
- Austin Reaves will miss a third straight game on Saturday in Atlanta because of a right groin strain.
- Head coach JJ Redick said the Lakers will not rush Reaves back, citing the risk of worsening a soft‑tissue injury.
- Maxi Kleber was upgraded to questionable after an abdominal strain and could make his season debut, while LeBron James, Gabe Vincent and Adou Thiero remain out.
- Los Angeles enters a five-game road trip on a five-game winning streak, and the Hawks will be without Trae Young due to a sprained MCL.
- Reaves opened the season averaging 31.1 points and 9.3 assists over seven games, prompting media speculation he could draw offers above $40 million annually next summer if that production continues.