The Los Angeles Lakers are doing the unthinkable as they keep winning without their biggest stars. After a four-game streak capped by a win over the Trail Blazers, the purple and gold continue to fight through constant injuries. Even without LeBron James, the team has managed its way to win 6-2 with the help of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. Now, as they prepare to face the Spurs, all eyes are on Reaves’ possible return tonight.

Is Austin Reaves playing tonight against the Spurs?

There was hope for Lakers Nation, but no more. Austin Reaves’ injury status has been downgraded, and he will miss a second-straight game. Reaves was earlier listed as questionable for tonight’s matchup against the San Antonio Spurs. But what exactly happened to him?

Head coach JJ Redick had revealed that the guard tweaked his groin in the first quarter of Sunday night’s 130-120 win over the Miami Heat. But he still managed to play through the discomfort, finishing the night with an impressive 26 points. Now, according to Dan Woike of The Athletic, the team is optimistic about Reaves’ injury, stating that there “is nothing too serious.”

Reaves had to be re-evaluated on Tuesday to determine his availability. In seven of the eight games he played this season, Reaves has been on a tear. He is averaging 31.1 points, 9.3 assists, and 5.1 rebounds per game while shooting 48.9% from the field.

LA Lakers vs San Antonio Spurs Injury Report

Los Angeles Lakers injury update

The Los Angeles Lakers continue to navigate a crowded injury list, and it’s starting to feel all too familiar. Along with LeBron James, who remains sidelined with sciatica, several familiar names have once again appeared on the report.

• Maxi Kleber – out with an oblique injury.

• Jaxson Hayes – Jaxson Hayes has been upgraded to available for tonight’s game.

• Adou Thiero – Out but progressing from a knee injury; recently recalled from the South Bay Lakers.

• Gabe Vincent – Out with an ankle injury and expected to miss two to four weeks, according to Shams Charania.

San Antonio Spurs Injury Update

The San Antonio Spurs have their own set of injury troubles ahead of tonight’s contest.

• Jeremy Sochan is questionable with a wrist injury, per Paul Garcia of Project Spurs.

• Lindy Waters III is also questionable due to an eye issue.

• Kelly Olynyk is listed as questionable with heel soreness.

• Luke Kornet is out with an ankle injury.

• De’Aaron Fox is out with a hamstring strain.

• Dylan Harper is out for multiple weeks with a strained left calf.

The Spurs’ rotation has been stretched thin. But they will look to rely on their young core, especially Victor Wembanyama.

Predicted Lineups for Lakers vs Spurs

The projected starting lineups for both teams are as follows:

These lineups reflect the current injury list updates. If Reaves does end up playing, he’s likely to slot back into the starting shooting guard role. This may shift LaRavia back to the bench.

Where to watch the Lakers vs the Spurs game

Here is how fans can catch the upcoming matchup of a probable Luka vs Wemby clash.

Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2025

Time: 7:00 p.m. PT / 10:00 p.m. ET

Where: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA

TV: The game will air nationally on ESPN and locally on Spectrum SportsNet for Los Angeles-area viewers.

Streaming: Fans can stream the matchup live through the ESPN app, Spectrum SportsNet+, or NBA League Pass for out-of-market audiences.

Match Preview & Predictions

The Lakers enter this game riding a four-game winning streak. They are now 6-2 with their recent 123-115 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers. And surprisingly, this win was powered by Deandre Ayton’s 29 points against his former team. Rui Hachimura also added 28 points, proving that the supporting cast can carry the load in the absence of the Luka-LeBron-Reaves trio.

The San Antonio Spurs, on the other hand, have their star Victor Wembanyama in all his glory. But he put up only 9 points in his 34 minutes against the Suns on Sunday. With Reaves out tonight, the Lakers’ perimeter game will continue to miss his presence. In his absence, Marcus Smart and the rest of the supporting cast are expected to continue steering the offense. Playing at home gives the Lakers a clear edge. And the rest, we are yet to see tonight.