Somewhat quietly, guard Jordan Goodwin has given the Lakers a lift ever since being called up from the G League.

As a result, Austin Reaves was the outright primary star for head coach JJ Redick. Well, for what it's worth, the Lakers came close to beating their rivals, but ended up suffering a 131-126 defeat. RELATED: LeBron James' friend suggests Lakers trade Austin Reaves despite excellent form It marked the team's fourth straight defeat as they are trying their best to stay competitive in their 40-year-old superstar's absence.

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic discussed the team's offense and the scheme put together by head coach JJ Redick.

Getting Doncic or Reaves the ball when they already have an angle makes life easier for both players and makes them even more difficult for an opponent to defend.

Luka Dončić and LeBron James may get most of the credit, but the Lakers wouldn't be serious contenders without Austin Reaves, too.

Austin Reaves dazzled in the Los Angeles Lakers' 125-109 win over the San Antonio Spurs at Crypto.com Arena on Monday. Reaves put up 30 points, seven rebounds, six assists and two steals to lead the Lakers to a comfortable win and Stephen A.