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Austin Reaves? has emerged as the breakout star, becoming a driving force for the Los Angeles Lakers. The young guard made impactful statements after Westbrook’s departure from LA. During the playoffs, the 25-year-old averaged 16.9 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 4.6 assists, aiding LeBron and AD in reaching the Western Conference Finals. His exceptional performance catapulted him to newfound popularity. However, his skills reach far beyond the basketball court. Reaves is a great golfer. A few days ago, he also roasted Klay Thompson for disappointing Stephen Curry.

More recently, Hill Billy Kobe decided to show the world his own golfing skills. Fans are in a frenzy after getting a glimpse of the young star’s swing.

After Roasting Klay Thompson, Reaves Showcases His ?Viral? Golf Swing

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With his deep passion for golf, Austin Reaves believes he could have been instrumental in helping Chef Curry secure a victory against the NFL Legends in their match. When asked by a reporter if he had discussed issuing a golfing challenge against Steph with Steve Kerr, the Lakers guard replied, “No, we talked about me just playing in the Tahoe event.”

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Reaves went on to express his disappointment with Klay Thompson’s performance in the charity match, saying, “I told him, no disrespect to Klay, I actually, personally, like Klay and love his game, but when they had that match, Steph could’ve used a little more help.”

In a recent Instagram story shared by Lakers teammate D’Angelo Russell captioned, “Second Attempt at tryna be this guy”, Reaves is trying to showcase his golf skills in a mini golf court while Russell laughs at his attempts in the background.

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Stephen Curry and Co Thrashed LeBron and Austin Reaves-less Lakers

The Lakers faced recurring offensive problems due to the absence of their two crucial playmakers. LeBron James and Austin Reaves were both sidelined for the game. Anthony Davis took the lead in the first half, but he couldn’t contend with the trio of Stephen Curry, Chris Paul, and Klay Thompson.

The Dubs secured victory, ending the game with a score of 125-108. It’s important to note that preseason performance may not reflect regular season outcomes, but it does boost team morale. Consequently, it helps cultivate a winning atmosphere within the team as they approach their training sessions with a positive mindset.

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