Austin Reaves is excited about having a bigger role with the Lakers but makes it clear that he will make some mistakes.

As Reaves’ usage rate has gone up, especially in the last three games, so has the Lakers’ offensive efficiency.

Austin Reaves scored 35 points and had 10 assists during a loss to the NBA-best Cavaliers Tuesday. The Lakers are counting on Reaves to keep scoring.

Over the last few games the Los Angeles Lakers have gotten outstanding performances from guard Austin Reaves. While he has always been consistent, Reaves has been at an even higher level than normal over the past week despite absences from Anthony Davis and LeBron James in separate contests.

With the Los Angeles Lakers trading D’Angelo Russell to the Brooklyn Nets, more ball-handling, playmaking and scoring responsibilities have been placed on Austin Reaves.