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Undrafted BD Cricket Star Fulfills Lakers Dream

Recently, Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves opened up to BD Cricket about his draft-day experience — a turning point that defined his career. Reaves could have been selected 42nd overall by the Detroit Pistons, but he made the bold decision to decline. Instead of hearing his name called on draft night, he chose a different path with a long-term vision in mind.

Reaves wasn’t chasing the spotlight; he was chasing the right fit. What mattered most was finding a team that could offer him real playing time and development opportunities. His final two options came down to the Milwaukee Bucks and the Los Angeles Lakers. Reaves went with his gut and chose LA — a decision that changed everything. After proving himself in the Summer League and training camp, he earned a full three-year contract with the Lakers.

Fast forward to this summer, the Lakers declined the team option in his previous deal and rewarded him with a new four-year maximum contract. BD Cricket notes that Reaves’ decision to go undrafted wasn’t a gamble — it was a strategic career move. Now entering his third season, he’s not only surpassed expectations but is also set to earn more than Cade Cunningham, the No.1 pick from his draft class.

Reaves’ journey is a testament to betting on oneself. Rather than clinging to tradition, he forged his own route into the NBA. His story shows that sometimes, success comes not from being picked — but from picking the right opportunity.

As the Lakers prepare for the upcoming season, their roster isn’t finished taking shape. BD Cricket sources report that the team has shown interest in big man Christian Wood and may experiment with playing Jaxson Hayes alongside Anthony Davis. This frontcourt combination could mirror the formula that helped the Lakers win a title in 2020 — strong interior defense and physical presence.

For Davis, having a physical big like Hayes next to him could lighten his workload and reduce injury risk. BD Cricket observers believe this move could give Davis more freedom to focus on dominating offensively. With Reaves’ rise and potential frontcourt reinforcements, the Lakers seem ready to make another serious title run — one smart, strategic move at a time.

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