While Portland's frontcourt ably survived the absence of starting center Deandre Ayton, the Lakers made a point to expose the Trail Blazers' defense-challenged backcourt, with Austin Reaves particularly taking pains to feast off Scoot Henderson in transition.

Austin Reaves has seen a lot throughout his four seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers. Starting off as an undrafted player, Reaves has grown into one of the most important pieces of this team and has shined for this franchise on some of the biggest stages as well.