As the Los Angeles Lakers aim to dominate their playoff series against the Houston Rockets, Austin Reaves is reportedly ahead in his recovery from an oblique strain compared to Luka Doncic, who is dealing with a Grade 2 hamstring strain. Reaves may return late in the series, while Doncic remains out indefinitely.

• 01Austin Reaves is progressing faster in rehab than Luka Doncic.
• 02Reaves sustained an oblique strain, while Doncic is recovering from a Grade 2 hamstring strain.
• 03Reaves has begun one-on-one on-court work and could return late in the playoff series.
• 04Lakers won Game 1 against the Rockets despite missing both players.
• 05Game 5 is scheduled for April 29, providing a potential return window for Reaves.

The potential return of Austin Reaves could significantly boost the Lakers' chances in the playoffs, impacting their performance against the Rockets.