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Lakers News: Austin Reaves Coy About Interaction With Pistons Fan

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves may look like an unassuming player who is just happy to be here, but in actuality that is far from the case. Reaves has no problems going back and forth with opposing players and…

Published: Monday, 9 November 2026 at 8:22 PM
Lakers News: Austin Reaves Coy About Interaction With Pistons Fan
Key Things to Know
  • Austin Reaves playfully deflected questions about his interactions with a courtside Detroit Pistons fan.
  • Reaves waved goodbye to the fan after hitting a late game-icing 3-pointer.
  • With Luka Doncic sidelined, Reaves led the Lakers with 43 points, five rebounds, and four assists.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Austin Reaves remained coy when asked about his interaction with a courtside fan during the Los Angeles Lakers' road victory against the Detroit Pistons. Reaves engaged with the fan throughout the contest and waved goodbye after hitting a clutch late 3-pointer, but afterward playfully deflected questions by claiming he did not know what reporters were talking about.

With Luka Doncic sidelined, Reaves assumed primary offensive responsibilities, finishing the contest with 43 points, five rebounds, and four assists. Although the Pistons reduced a 26-point Lakers lead to within a single possession, Reaves praised the team's resilience in closing out the win.

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