Lakers Secure Seventh Straight Win as Austin Reaves Exits With Heel Injury

The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 123-112 on Wednesday, but guard Austin Reaves left the game early due to a left heel injury.

The Los Angeles Lakers extended their winning streak to seven games with a 123-112 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks on Wednesday. Luka Doncic led the scoring with 32 points, while Austin Reaves contributed 18 points on 6-for-10 shooting, five assists, and three steals in 25 minutes before exiting the contest.

ESPN’s Dave McMenamin reports that Reaves suffered a left heel injury after landing awkwardly following a missed fast-break dunk with 8:21 remaining in the third quarter. Although he briefly returned after a timeout, he subbed himself out for good with 5:20 left in the period. Lakers coach JJ Redick stated that initial X-rays taken at the arena were negative and specifically ruled out concerns regarding the Achilles tendon. Reaves is scheduled for further imaging and evaluation when the team returns to Los Angeles on Thursday.

Two other Lakers rotation players dealt with second-half scares during the win. Luka Doncic turned his right ankle with 4:25 left in the fourth quarter following leg-to-leg contact with Kyle Kuzma, though the guard indicated afterward that he would be fine. Additionally, backup guard Collin Sexton left the game with 6:51 remaining in the final quarter after a head-to-head collision with Ryan Rollins; Redick confirmed Sexton required stitches above his right eye.

Los Angeles does not play again until Sunday, when they travel to face the Phoenix Suns.