Lakers' Austin Reaves Questionable for Grizzlies Clash After Ankle Injury

The Los Angeles Lakers are currently tied with the Memphis Grizzlies for the No. 4 seed in the Western Conference, each holding a record of 44-29. Following a narrow loss to the Chicago Bulls, the Lakers face significant playoff implications in their upcoming game against the Grizzlies. Austin Reaves, who played a crucial role in the Bulls game with 30 points despite suffering a right ankle sprain, is listed as questionable for the matchup. His resilience was highlighted as he managed to remain in the game even after rolling his ankle late in the fourth quarter. Both teams are vying for playoff positioning, making this Saturday's game particularly critical. The Lakers hope to regain momentum as they conclude their four-game road trip, while the Grizzlies recently made coaching changes, adding further intrigue to the matchup.