Austin Reaves is closing in on a return after a grade 2 oblique strain, with the Lakers listing him as questionable for Game 3 against the Rockets. His recovery has progressed faster than expected, raising hopes of a late first-round comeback. Meanwhile, Los Angeles has surged to a 2-0 lead despite missing both Reaves and Luka Doncic, with LeBron James guiding the charge. As the series moves to Houston, Reaves’ potential return could reshape the matchup, while the Lakers remain focused on finishing the job without complacency.
