Austin Reaves just saved the Lakers, and he also saved Magic Johnson ’s mood in the process. In a 116-115 win over the Timberwolves, Reaves sank a 12-foot champ at the buzzer to seal it, capping off a 28-point, 16-assist masterpiece that had the arena roaring. For the Lakers, it was a reminder of how quickly confidence can flip in the fourth quarter. And for Johnson? Reaves was the Lakers’ hero tonight.

“Austin Reaves was the Lakers’s hero tonight hitting the game winning shot and ending with 28 points and 16 assists!” Magic Johnson posted right after the game. A minute later, he added, “Austin, thank you for making me feel a little better after my Dodgers loss!”

Reaves’ late-game playmaking kept the Lakers alive when Minnesota rushed with a 14-2 run. One buzzer-beater later, he t

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