Lakers' Jake LaRavia: Logs 17 points in decisive win
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LaRavia closed with 17 points (6-10 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one steal in 36 minutes during Tuesday's 141-116 victory over Atlanta.
Every Lakers starter logged a double-digit scoring total in the blowout, and LaRavia bounced back with a great total after only scoring two points during Monday's embarrassing loss to Sacramento. LaRavia received more opportunities with Rui Hachimura (calf) on a minute restriction. LaRavia's fantasy value will take a hit once Hachimura is back to full strength, and it's unknown how LaRavia's recent solid play will impact the rotation.
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Lakers' Jake LaRavia: Muted performance in loss
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LaRavia accumulated two points (1-7 FG, 0-5 3Pt), two rebounds, three assists and one steal in 31 minutes during Monday's 124-112 loss to the Kings.
LaRavia had been on a hot streak in recent weeks, so this dud shouldn't dissuade his fantasy managers. The Lakers will be getting Rui Hachimura (calf) back in action Tuesday, but it sounds like he will come off the bench with heavy restrictions. As long as LaRavia can bounce back quickly, his spot with the starters is relatively safe.
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Lakers' Jake LaRavia: Notches 16 points in loss
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LaRavia logged 16 points (6-13 FG, 4-9 3Pt), seven rebounds, one assist and one steal in 39 minutes during Wednesday's 107-91 loss to San Antonio.
LaRavia has been a major bright spot for the Lakers in recent weeks, as he continues to flourish on both ends of the court. Over his last seven games, LaRavia has produced fifth-round value in nine-category formats with averages of 13.3 points, 5.1 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 1.7 steals, 0.6 blocks and 1.9 three-pointers.
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Lakers' Jake LaRavia: Logs 26 points against former team
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LaRavia posted 26 points (9-16 FG, 4-10 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds, four assists and one steal across 34 minutes during Sunday's 120-114 victory over Memphis.
LaRavia continues to find his groove in his new surroundings, and he reminded the Grizzlies of what they gave away last season with a convincing total. Although Rui Hachimura (calf) will likely reclaim his starting role when he recovers, LaRavia is making a case for more playing time at the position, as the team looks more energetic with him in the first unit.
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Lakers' Jake LaRavia: Hits for 21 in Friday's start
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LaRavia closed Friday's 128-121 win over the Grizzlies with 21 points (8-12 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-3 FT), nine rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals over 37 minutes.
Making his second straight start while Rui Hachimura (calf) is on the shelf, LaRavia scored more than 20 points for the first time since Nov. 2, when he dropped 25 points on the Heat. The fourth-year forward has scored in double digits in five of the last seven games (four starts), averaging 11.7 points, 5.9 boards, 2.7 assists, 1.7 steals, 1.3 threes and 0.9 blocks in 31.0 minutes a night over that stretch.
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Lakers' Jake LaRavia: Posts nine points with first unit
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LaRavia posted nine points (3-9 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, one assist, one block and four steals in 38 minutes during Tuesday's 128-106 loss to the Pistons.
LaRavia took Rui Hachimura's (calf) place in the starting lineup and failed to get anything going offensively. LaRavia connected on only three shots in the game, but he salvaged his line somewhat with a season-high four steals. The extended time didn't help his single-digit scoring trend, as he's failed to hit 10-plus points 18 times this season.
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Lakers' Jake LaRavia: Starting Tuesday vs. Detroit
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LaRavia is in the Lakers' starting lineup against the Pistons on Tuesday, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.
LaRavia will make his 10th start of the regular season Tuesday due to the absence of Rui Hachimura (calf). LaRavia has scored in double digits in four of his last five outings, and over that span he has averaged 10.4 points, 5.6 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 1.0 threes, 1.2 steals and 0.8 blocks over 28.4 minutes per game.
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Lakers' Jake LaRavia: Turns in 11 points in loss
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LaRavia ended Sunday's 125-101 win over Sacramento with 11 points (3-8 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 5-5 FT), two rebounds, four assists, one block and two steals in 25 minutes.
Although Marcus Smart is currently the Lakers' first man up with Austin Reaves (calf) sidelined, LaRavia is certainly showing more heart and desire offensively. While Smart's defensive skills are well-documented, he's plodded through some games without much to show for it, and he'll lose more minutes to LaRavia and Nick Smith if he continues the slump. LaRavia has started nine games this season and will be ready to jump back into the starting lineup if the need arises.
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Lakers' Jake LaRavia: Logs double-double as fill-in
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LaRavia supplied 12 points (5-11 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 2-4 FT), 11 rebounds, six assists and two steals in 37 minutes during Saturday's 103-88 loss to the Clippers.
LaRavia stepped in to provide support for a snake-bit Lakers roster, and he turned in his first double-double of the season during his eighth appearance in the starting lineup. If LaRavia can keep up this level of production, the Lakers might be able to play even ball through the end of the year with easier matchups against the Kings and Grizzlies coming up next week.
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Lakers' Jake LaRavia: Active on defensive end
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LaRavia amassed six points (2-9 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, one assist, two blocks and two steals across 21 minutes during Sunday's 116-114 victory over the Suns.
LaRavia couldn't get his shot to fall but remained active on both ends of the court, tying his best marks of the season in both blocks and rebounds while accounting for two of his team's 13 steals on the night. He's had a few flashy performances here or there so far this season, but he likely isn't worth rostering in most league formats.
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Lakers' Jake LaRavia: Goes to locker room
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LaRavia (face) went to the locker room during the first quarter of Sunday's game against the 76ers, Khobi Price of The Orange County Register reports.
LaRavia took a hit to the face late in the first quarter and went to the locker room after being subbed out. Dalton Knecht and Gabe Vincent are in line for a bump in minutes off the bench for as long as LaRavia is out of the game.
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Lakers' Jake LaRavia: Puts up 14 points in win
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LaRavia notched 14 points (5-8 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, one block and two steals over 28 minutes during Thursday's 123-120 victory over Toronto.
LaRavia saw some extra minutes and touches Thursday with Luka Doncic out for personal reasons. For the most part, LaRavia's fantasy appeal has been limited to deeper formats this season. Through 21 games, he's averaging 9.2 points, 4.0 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.0 three-pointers in 25.8 minutes per contest.
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Lakers' Jake LaRavia: Puts up 10 points off bench
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LaRavia chipped in 10 points (4-14 FG, 2-7 3Pt), five rebounds, two assists and one block over 26 minutes during Sunday's 133-121 victory over the Pelicans.
LaRavia has shown the ability to produce in an increased role, but he definitely needs to work on his efficiency. In his last six games (one start), he averages 6.5 points on just 35.7 percent from the field and 27.8 percent from three. With LeBron James (foot) and Marcus Smart (back) potentially slated to return Monday against Phoenix, LaRavia will likely revert to playing around 14-20 minutes per game.
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Lakers' Jake LaRavia: Another quiet performance in win
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LaRavia notched four points (2-2 FG), one rebound and one steal in 17 minutes during Tuesday's 135-118 win over the Clippers.
LaRavia has been reliable when called upon, but Tuesday was not one of those nights as he attempted two field goals and played 17 minutes. When LaRavia plays at least 23 minutes, he averages 11.9 points, 5.0 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.6 steals, 0.2 blocks and 1.3 threes, but with LeBron James back in the mix, the former will likely no longer see the court for that long on a nightly basis.
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Lakers' Jake LaRavia: Reverting back to bench Monday
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LaRavia won't start in Monday's game against the Hornets, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.
With Austin Reaves (groin) returning from a three-game absence due to a groin injury, LaRavia will slide to the second unit. In five appearances off the bench this season, the 24-year-old forward has averaged 12.0 points, 4.4 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.8 steals across 27.0 minutes per contest.
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Lakers' Jake LaRavia: Stuffs stat sheet in loss
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LaRavia closed with 13 points (4-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-5 FT), five rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals across 23 minutes during Saturday's 122-102 loss to the Hawks.
LaRavia continues to find ways to produce on both ends of the court, and he seems to be gaining more and more chances of continuing to see regular minutes in a starting role -- at least until LeBron James (nerve) is ready to return. LaRavia has scored in double digits in all but one of his last six games and has proven to be a reliable all-around asset regardless of whether he starts or comes off the bench.
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Lakers' Jake LaRavia: All-around effort in win
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LaRavia closed with 11 points (5-10 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six assists, five rebounds and three steals across 36 minutes during Monday's 123-115 win over the Trail Blazers.
LaRavia made his third start of the season Monday with Luka Doncic (rest) and Austin Reaves (groin) sidelined and turned in a well-rounded performance. The wing has shown a strong defensive nose for the ball, recording at least three steals in each of his last three outings. Across his first eight games with the Lakers, LaRavia is averaging 12.6 points, 5.1 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 1.6 steals in 29.6 minutes per contest, carving out a meaningful role in the rotation early in the season.
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Lakers' Jake LaRavia: Running with starters
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LaRavia is starting Monday's game against the Trail Blazers, Harrison Faigen of SBNation.com reports.
LaRavia is fresh off an impressive 25-point showing Sunday against the Heat, and he'll draw his third start of the season Monday while the Lakers deal with several injuries in the backcourt. The 24-year-old has logged 30-plus minutes in two of his last three appearances, and he'll have a great chance to reach this threshold again in Portland.
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Lakers' Jake LaRavia: Pours in 25 from second unit
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LaRavia finished with 25 points (10-13 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and four steals in 35 minutes off the bench during Sunday's 130-120 victory over Miami.
The fourth-year forward has bounced between the starting five and the second unit this season as the Lakers find ways to cover for the absence of LeBron James (back), but LaRavia is proving to be an asset in either role. Over the last five games (two starts), he's averaging 15.8 points, 6.6 boards, 3.4 assists, 2.0 threes and 1.8 steals in 31.4 minutes while shooting a stunning 60.4 percent from the floor and 50.0 percent (10-for-20) from long distance. James is expected to make his season debut sometime in November, but LaRavia is establishing himself as a key member of the bench in the meantime.
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Lakers' Jake LaRavia: Nabs three steals from second unit
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LaRavia produced 13 points (5-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-3 FT) while adding five rebounds, three steals and two assists in 23 minutes off the bench during Friday's 117-112 win over Memphis.
After starting the previous two games, the fourth-year forward got bumped back to the second unit as Luka Doncic returned to action, but LaRavia still delivered a season high in steals while scoring in double digits for the third time in the last four contests. His minutes could shrink further once LeBron James (back) is cleared to return, but LaRavia should still play an important role off the Lakers' bench in the short term.
