The Los Angeles Lakers have solidified their place as one of the top teams in the Western Conference, thanks largely to LeBron James' outstanding performances. However, Austin Reaves recently shared some kind words about Luka Doncic's impressive impact on the team.

While an MRI revealed that there was no serious damage to the calf, Los Angeles has held Reaves out of games since suffering the injury. It is still unclear when Reaves will return, but based on the last update it shouldn't be long before he is back on the court.

The Lakers were hoping Austin Reaves would be available to play against the Pelicans as he started the day listed a questionable, but he's since been downgraded to out with a calf strain. Reaves has been tremendous for the Lakers this season,

However, right now, L.A. is short-handed. Forward Rui Hachimura suffered a case of patellar tendinopathy on Thursday versus the Minnesota Timberwolves and has been out since. In addition, guards Austin Reaves and Jordan Goodwin sat out Sunday's win over the Los Angeles Clippers with a calf strain and ankle sprain, respectively.

Austin Reaves remains questionable for the Los Angeles Lakers game against the New Orleans Pelicans as he deals with his injury.

The upcoming matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and the New York Knicks promises to be a marquee event for both teams as they battle for positioning in thei

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves underwent an MRI on Saturday which revealed no serious injury to his right calf, according to Shams Charania. Reaves will be listed as day-to-day and could play as soon as Sunday against the Los Angeles Clippers .

The Los Angeles Lakers list Austin Reaves as probable and Jordan Goodwin as questionable for Thursday's game against the New York Knicks.

Starting forward Rui Hachimura (knee) missed his fourth straight game and will be reassessed on Friday before a four-game road trip that begins Saturday night in Boston.