Austin Reaves' status for the Lakers vs. Rockets playoff game is uncertain, as he may be a game-time decision. The Lakers currently lead the series 3-0.
Key points
Austin Reaves may be a game-time decision for Game 4.
The Lakers lead the playoff series 3-0.
LeBron James is a key player for the Lakers.
Luka Doncic is ruled out for Game 4.
Los Angeles LakersHouston RocketsAustin ReavesLeBron James
Moondog performs during the first quarter of game one in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Toronto Raptors at Rocket Arena.
A member of the Cleveland Cavaliers Scream Team performs during a time out during the second half of game one in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena.
Q&A
Is Austin Reaves playing in Game 4 against the Rockets?
Austin Reaves is a game-time decision for Game 4 against the Rockets.
What is the current series score between the Lakers and Rockets?
The Lakers currently lead the series 3-0 against the Rockets.
Who is leading the Lakers in the playoff series against the Rockets?
LeBron James is leading the Lakers in the playoff series against the Rockets.
What is Luka Doncic's injury status for the Lakers vs. Rockets game?
Luka Doncic has been ruled out for Game 4 against the Rockets.
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Will Austin Reaves play for the Lakers tonight?
Reaves has been dealing with a left oblique muscle strain and has not played since participating in a 139-96 blowout loss against the Oklahoma City Thunder on April 2.
He was listed as questionable on the Lakers' status report released on April 25.
Lakers coach JJ Redick told reporters ahead of Game 3 on Friday, April 24, that Reaves would test whether he would've been able to play in the game. He did not play.
Redick had also confirmed that Reaves had recently played in 5-on-5 games, which usually indicates a player is close to a return.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) warms up before the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California, on March 31, 2026.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) warms up before the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California, on March 31, 2026.
Austin Reaves stats
Reaves has averaged 23.3 points, 5.5 assists and 4.7 rebounds in 51 games played this season.
When do Lakers play next?
The Lakers will play the Houston Rockets on Sunday, April 26 at 6:30 p.m. PT (9:30 p.m. ET). The game will be streamed on Peacock.
