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Austin Reaves Thrown to Ground by Rockets Star as Fans Call Out “Dirty” Act After Lakers Star’s Injury Scare
TL;DR
Austin Reaves suffered an injury scare during the Lakers' win over the Rockets after being thrown to the ground by Amen Thompson. The incident has sparked outrage among fans, who are calling it a 'dirty' play.
Key points
- Austin Reaves was injured during a game against the Rockets
- Amen Thompson was involved in the incident
- Fans criticized Thompson's actions as 'dirty'
- Reaves was returning from a Grade 2 oblique injury
- The Lakers won the game 98-78
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Austin Reaves (Credit: Bleacher Report) ©Austin Reaves (Credit: Bleacher Report)
One of the worst case scenarios of Austin Reaves’ return played out during the Los Angeles Lakers’ 98-78 route of the Houston Rockets today. The first round series win was marred by an ugly late-game altercation that has left Austin Reaves’ status up in the air. This is only his second game back since suffering a Grade 2 oblique injury towards the end of the regular season. Obviously the fear of him aggravating an injury, needing more rest, or getting hard-fouled was there. Well, it happened. And it’s why the Internet’s ire is on Amen Thompson after a blowout defeat and elimination.
With 5:03 remaining in the fourth quarter and the Lakers holding a comfortable 86-62 lead, the Rockets forward was involved in a sequence that many observers labeled as unnecessarily aggressive. As both players jockeyed for position under the post, Thompson appeared to grab Reaves’ arm and violently yank him to the floor.
The force of the pull left Reaves grimacing on the hardwood. Worst still, he eventually stood up and hobbled back to the bench with an awkward gait, which commentators noted that his “left arm was hanging a bit.”
The injury scare is particularly devastating giventhe grueling road Reaves traveled to be available for this postseason. Right after the game, he detailed the immense effort he put into his rehabilitation, stating, “There was days I left my house at 7:30 in the morning and didn’t get home until 7:30 or later at night.”
Despite that dedication, Reaves was seen walking awkwardly to the bench while clutching his right thigh, where he immediately began icing the area. To make matters worse, Thompson’s physical play didn’t stop with Reaves. In that same sequence, he collided with , causing the Lakers guard to lose his balance in a move that critics described as a reckless dive toward the knees.
Q&A
What happened to Austin Reaves during the game against the Rockets?
Austin Reaves was thrown to the ground by Amen Thompson, leading to concerns about his injury status.
Why are fans calling Amen Thompson's actions 'dirty'?
Fans labeled Thompson's actions as 'dirty' due to the aggressive manner in which he pulled Reaves to the floor.
What is Austin Reaves' current injury status after the incident?
Austin Reaves' status is uncertain as he hobbled back to the bench, raising fears of aggravating his previous injury.
How did the Lakers perform in the game against the Rockets?
The Lakers won the game against the Rockets with a score of 98-78, but the victory was overshadowed by the altercation.