The Los Angeles Lakers have ruled guard Austin Reaves out for Game 3 against the Houston Rockets, the team confirmed Wednesday. The matchup is set for Thursday night at Toyota Center in Houston.
No further details were provided on the reason for Reaves’ absence. The guard had started the first two games of the series and is considered one of the Lakers’ primary offensive options in the backcourt.
With Reaves unavailable, head coach Darvin Ham is expected to adjust his rotation as the best-of-seven series shifts to Houston for the next two contests. The Rockets and Lakers split the opening games in Los Angeles.
Tip-off for Game 3 is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. local time.
Source: New York Post
