Summary
The Los Angeles Lakers faced the Houston Rockets on Christmas Day, losing their player, Austin Reaves, to a calf injury during the game. Reaves had played part of the first half before being ruled out for the remainder due to calf soreness, a recurring issue for him. His status for upcoming games, starting with the December 28 match against the Sacramento Kings, remains uncertain.
Key Facts
- Austin Reaves left the Lakers' Christmas Day game against the Rockets due to a sore left calf.
- Reaves played 15 minutes in the first half and scored 12 points with one rebound, one assist, and one block.
- Reaves had recently returned to play against the Phoenix Suns after missing three games due to a calf injury.
- The Lakers lost their game against the Suns despite Reaves contributing 17 points.
- The Lakers' match against the Rockets was their second consecutive loss.
- If Reaves is unavailable, this could impact the Lakers' standing in the Western Conference, where they are currently fourth.
- The Lakers are set to play against the Sacramento Kings on December 28, and Reaves’ participation is still unclear.
