Frank Vogel on Austin Reaves: “He really carries himself like a vet”

Feb 15, 2022 7:09 AM

Lakers rookie Austin Reaves earned a spot, despite being on a team filled with veteran players. The 23-year-old shooting guard is viewed by his teammates and coaching staff alike as an important piece on the roster.

According to Lakers head coach Frank Vogel, Reaves carries himself as a veteran but sill has rookie moments. “Young players have those [rookie] moments,” he said.

“I would say he’s less than most rookies that I’ve coached though. He really carries himself like a vet. His attention to detail is unlike a lot of rookies that I’ve worked with. But he definitely has his young player moments.”