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Lakers' Austin Reaves provides injury update ahead of Game 5 vs Rockets
TL;DR
Austin Reaves of the Lakers reports positive progress on his oblique injury ahead of Game 5 against the Rockets. He feels good and is optimistic about his condition for the upcoming game.
Key points
- Austin Reaves provides injury update ahead of Game 5
- He feels good and is optimistic about his recovery
- Reaves injured his oblique on April 2 against the Thunder
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Los Angeles Lakers star guard Austin Reaves provided an update to the media on his oblique injury ahead of Game 5 against the Houston Rockets.
After practice on Tuesday, Reaves said that he feels good and will see how his body feels on Wednesday ahead of the contest.
"I feel good," Reaves said. "Trending in the right direction. Can’t wait to wake up tomorrow and attack another day.”
The star guard made his first media appearance since April 2, when he initially injured his oblique against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Austin Reaves trending toward Game 5 return
The Lakers are optimistic that the former undrafted guard will make his return in Game 5.
"Multiple sources are telling me right now that Austin Reaves and the Lakers are optimistic that he'll make his return to the lineup on Wednesday night in Game 5 against the Houston Rockets," ESPN's Shams Charania reported.
"He is about four weeks removed from a Grade 2 oblique strain, but Austin Reaves has been making great progress over the last one to two weeks, progressing from one-on-ones to larger group scrimmages with no setbacks."
Q&A
What is Austin Reaves' injury status before Game 5 against the Rockets?
Austin Reaves reports feeling good and is trending in the right direction regarding his oblique injury.
When did Austin Reaves injure his oblique?
Austin Reaves injured his oblique on April 2 against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
What did Austin Reaves say about his recovery ahead of Game 5?
Austin Reaves stated he can't wait to wake up and attack another day, indicating optimism about his recovery.