Austin Reaves named among most overrated NBA players
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 3:58 AM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
Austin Reaves of the Los Angeles Lakers has been identified as one of the most overrated NBA players by Zach Buckley of Bleacher Report. Despite his lucrative long-term contract and a breakout season, critics cite his lack of All-Star recognition and defensive struggles as reasons for the label. Other players on the list include Anthony Davis and Trae Young, with Davis ranked as the most overrated. Reaves, who averaged 27.6 points and 6.7 assists in the first part of last season, faces scrutiny but aims to prove his value in the upcoming season, especially with the Lakers needing scoring options after roster changes.
- •Austin Reaves signed a long-term contract with the Lakers this offseason.
- •Zach Buckley ranked him as the 10th most overrated NBA player.
- •Reaves averaged 27.6 points and 6.7 assists earlier last season.
- •Anthony Davis is ranked as the most overrated player on the list.
- •Reaves aims to improve and fulfill expectations in the upcoming season.
- 3:58 AMYahoo Sports — Austin Reaves Named To Controversial Overrated NBA Stars List
"The Los Angeles Lakers made big news earlier in the offseason by signing Austin Reaves to an expensive long-term contract. However, not everyone believes that Reaves is worth the money nor will be able to help the team win. Reaves is coming off a breakout season that saw him taking his name to another level, […] The post Austin Reaves Named To Controversial Overrated NBA Stars List appeared first on HEAVY.
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