Dec 13, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) is off balance while shooting, defended by Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) in the first quarter at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images
The Los Angeles Lakers got some much-needed rest and recovery time this week as they had four days off before their road game against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Head coach JJ Redick has had to deal with a shortened rotation with several players missing and acknowledged that the break was used for recovery rather than practicing. The time off helped Austin Reaves get back to full health after missing the past five games due to a pelvic injury he suffered against the Oklahoma City Thunder.