Reaves Must Deliver as Lakers Try to Even Thunder Series in Game 2

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The Lakers need Austin Reaves to bounce back from a 3-for-16 Game 1 and provide scoring alongside LeBron, Hachimura and Ayton, while OKC’s depth continues to pressure them. Expect a sharper, less rusty SHAI Gilgeous-Alexander in Game 2 as the Thunder try to maintain control, and for the Lakers to lean on additional contributors and better shot quality.
Topics:sports#2026-playoffs-west-semifinals-or-okc-1-vs-lal-4#austin-reaves#lakers#shai-gilgeous-alexander#thunder#west-semifinals
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