LeBron's Departure Leaves a Void in LA and Beyond The news of LeBron James' departure from the Los Angeles Lakers sent shockwaves through the NBA, but for Austin Reaves, it was more than just a business decision or roster shake up.
It was a personal loss that highlighted the complexities of professional relationships in sports.
Reaves and James formed a bond on the court during their five seasons as Lakers teammates, but their connection went far beyond X's and O's.