The Los Angeles Lakers pulled off a jaw-dropping victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on October 29, 2025, thanks to a clutch performance by Austin Reaves that’s already being called one of the season’s most electrifying finishes.
Reaves Delivers a Hollywood Ending
With just seconds left on the clock, the Timberwolves had clawed back from a 20-point deficit to take a 115–114 lead. The Lakers, desperate for a miracle, put the ball in Austin Reaves’ hands. Reaves, who’s been on a historic tear to start the season, didn’t disappoint—he sank a game-winning jumper from the middle of the paint, sealing a 116–115 win for Los Angeles.
The crowd erupted as Reaves finished with
28 points and a career-high-tying
16 assists, continuing his scorching start. His performance wasn’t just clutch—it was historic. Reaves now has
171 points through five games, averaging an astonishing
34.2 points per game. He’s the first Laker since Kobe Bryant in 2005 to open a season with five straight games of at least 25 points.
Timberwolves’ Valiant Comeback Falls Short
Minnesota’s effort was nothing short of heroic. Led by
Julius Randle’s 33 points, 5 rebounds, and 6 assists, and
Jaden McDaniels’ 30 points and 7 rebounds, the Timberwolves erased a massive deficit and nearly stole the game. But Reaves’ late-game magic proved too much to overcome.
Record-Breaking Start for Reaves
Reaves’ early-season dominance is turning heads across the league:
- He joins
Jerry West as the only Lakers to record five consecutive games of 25+ points and 5+ assists to start a season (West did it in 1970–71).
- He’s now in elite company with
Magic Johnson, Jerry West, LeBron James, and Nick Van Exel as the only Lakers with multiple games of 25+ points and 15+ assists.
Key Stats and Standouts
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Jake LaRavia: 27 points, 8 rebounds, 5-of-6 from three-point range for the Lakers.
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Rui Hachimura & Deandre Ayton: 17 points each, with Ayton adding 10 boards.
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Lakers Record: 3–2
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Timberwolves Record: 2–3
What This Means for the Lakers
This win isn’t just another notch in the Lakers’ belt—it’s a statement. With Reaves playing at a superstar level and the supporting cast stepping up, Los Angeles looks poised to make serious noise in the Western Conference. The Timberwolves, meanwhile, showed resilience but will need to regroup after letting a huge comeback slip away.
Expert Commentary
NBA analysts are already buzzing about Reaves’ historic start. Some are calling him the breakout star of the season, and comparisons to Lakers legends like Kobe Bryant and Jerry West are flying fast. If he keeps up this pace, the Lakers could be looking at a deep playoff run—and Reaves might just be the face of a new era in L.A.
Actionable Takeaways
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Lakers fans: Get excited—Reaves is rewriting the record books and the team is finding its groove.
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Timberwolves supporters: Take heart in the comeback effort, but watch for adjustments in late-game execution.
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NBA watchers: Keep an eye on Reaves; his historic streak could be the story of the season.
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