Luka DonÄiÄ showed a protective gesture towards Austin Reaves during Game 4 against the Houston Rockets by placing a cushion on his chair. This moment highlighted their camaraderie amidst the game.
Key points
Luka DonÄiÄ placed a cushion on Austin Reaves' chair
This occurred during Game 4 against the Houston Rockets
DonÄiÄ was dealing with a hamstring injury
Luka DonÄiÄAustin ReavesLos Angeles LakersHouston Rockets
Austin Reaves #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers takes questions from the media during Lakers Media Day at UCLA Health Training Center on September 29, 2025 in El Segundo, California.
Austin Reaves #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers takes questions from the media during Lakers Media Day at UCLA Health Training Center on September 29, 2025 in El Segundo, California.
(Jordan Teller - The Sporting Tribune)
During Game 4 against the Houston Rockets on Sunday, what unfolded on the sideline between Luka DonÄiÄ and Austin Reaves was more than just about placing a cushion.
As the Los Angeles Lakers battled the Rockets, footage showed DonÄiÄ, himself dealing with a hamstring injury, gently placing a cushion on Reavesā chair so he could sit more comfortably.
The two are masters at teasing each other. When Luka dropped 49 points against the Timberwolves, just one shy of 50, the entire arena was on its feet, except Reaves, who didnāt budge from his seat.
Reaves commented on DonÄiÄās post, āMake a free throw,ā to which Luka shot back, āShut up.ā
When reporters asked DonÄiÄ if he could average 40 points per game, he smiled and said, āAustinās stupid,ā because it was Reaves who had planted the idea in his head.
Q&A
What did Luka DonÄiÄ do for Austin Reaves during Game 4?
Luka DonÄiÄ placed a cushion on Austin Reaves' chair to make him more comfortable during the game.
How did Luka DonÄiÄ's hamstring injury affect his performance in the game?
Despite dealing with a hamstring injury, Luka DonÄiÄ participated in the game and showed support for his teammate.
What was the significance of DonÄiÄ's gesture towards Reaves?
DonÄiÄ's gesture demonstrated his protective nature and camaraderie with Reaves during a competitive game.
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āThis guy just scored 30 in his fourth game in five days. He's an amazing player. For him to go undrafted is unbelievable.ā
The cushion moment in Game 4 came while both stars were sidelined indefinitely, DonÄiÄ fighting back from a hamstring strain, while Reavesā rehab is progressing faster. Meanwhile, head coach JJ Redick told the team to āhold the fortā in their absence, with 41-year-old LeBron James stepping up to lead with a 20.9 average points.
The Lakers fell to the Rockets in Game 4, 115-96, dropping the series to 3-1. They now need just one more win to clinch the series.