Austin Reaves reveals LeBron James ‘ruined’ his day after Lakers exit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 2:10 AM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
Austin Reaves expressed surprise and disappointment over LeBron James' recent departure from the Los Angeles Lakers. Reaves stated that he was enjoying a day on the golf course until he learned of James' exit, which he called a day-ruiner. The two played together for five seasons, achieving playoff success in 2023 amid strong team chemistry. Following the news, Reaves looks forward to leading the team alongside Luka Doncic, with the Lakers having restructured their roster to improve their playoff chances.
- •LeBron James departed from the Los Angeles Lakers unexpectedly.
- •Austin Reaves admitted the news spoiled his day on the golf course.
- •Reaves signed a major contract with the Lakers on June 24.
- •The Lakers have retooled their roster to strengthen playoff aspirations.
- •Reaves and Luka Doncic are expected to lead the franchise moving forward.
- 2:35 AMYahoo Sports — Austin Reaves Reveals First Text To LeBron After Leaving Lakers
- 2:10 AMYahoo Sports — Austin Reaves admits LeBron James ‘ruined’ his day after Lakers exit
"The close relationship formed between LeBron James and Austin Reaves made it a bittersweet offseason for the latter. Reaves got his dream scenario of a long-term contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers on a max contract. However, the negative side played out when he learned that he would not be teaming with LeBron anymore.Reaves […] The post Austin Reaves Reveals First Text To LeBron After Leaving Lakers appeared first on HEAVY.
"LeBron James’ departure from the Los Angeles Lakers caught many by surprise, including Austin Reaves. The four-time NBA champion spent the last eight seasons with the franchise and forged strong bonds with his teammates. He will continue his legendary career…
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 9, 2026, 2:35 AMAustin Reaves Reveals First Text To LeBron After Leaving Lakers
The close relationship formed between LeBron James and Austin Reaves made it a bittersweet offseason for the latter. Reaves got his dream scenario of a long-term contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers on a max contract. However, the negative side played out when he learned that he would not be teaming with LeBron anymore.Reaves […] The post Austin Reaves Reveals First Text To LeBron After Leaving Lakers appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsJul 9, 2026, 2:10 AMAustin Reaves admits LeBron James ‘ruined’ his day after Lakers exit
LeBron James’ departure from the Los Angeles Lakers caught many by surprise, including Austin Reaves. The four-time NBA champion spent the last eight seasons with the franchise and forged strong bonds with his teammates. He will continue his legendary career…
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