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In the NBA off-court scene, athletes often find themselves in the midst of wild parties and extravagant nightlife in Vegas. However, not all players succumb to the temptations of the party scene. LeBron James‘ Los Angeles Lakers teammate recently shared some interesting insights about his team’s offcourt routine. 

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While LeBron James is known for his larger-than-life personality and off-court antics, his teammate shed light on the professionalism and the absence of wild Vegas stories in LA camp. 

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Austin Reaves’ Revelation

When it comes to NBA players and their escapades off the court, stories about late-night parties in Las Vegas have become legendary. The allure of Sin City can be hard to resist for some athletes who seek excitement and relaxation between games. But does this mean every player indulges in these activities?

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During his recent podcast appearance, Reaves was asked about his perspective on the party scene and whether he had witnessed any wild Vegas stories among his teammates. He responded with a surprising revelation, stating, “No, I have never been drunk.”

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Reaves gives a peek behind the scenes

The host further probed him about the prevalence of partying before games: Have you seen stuff like that? Or is that a thing, like dude, like we got a game tomorrow?”  

To which Reaves replied, “No not really, our team is very professional. When you have a guy like Bron, I don’t think you would be unprofessional because he has been a professional for a very long time.”

The Lakers have always maintained a reputation for professionalism. With LeBron James as the leader, the focus on that is even more pronounced. Reaves’ comments shed light on the team’s commitment to maintaining a high level of professionalism, even at the allure of the nightlife.

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Reaves’ candid comments in the podcast provide a glimpse into a facet of the Lakers’ ethos that adds to the allure of this iconic team.

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Chetan is an NBA Writer at EssentiallySports. His commitment to staying abreast with basketball highlights and the ever-changing statistics is unwavering. An element highlighted in his coverage, which includes pre-game analysis, understanding fan’s sentiments, and capturing the essence of behind-the-scenes coverage for entities. Chetan has harbored a deep passion for the game since high school. His affection for the sport extends beyond watching games to actively participating on the court. Beyond the realm of sports, Chetan is a film enthusiast and finds solace in non-fiction literature.

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