On Saturday, Team USA continued its preparation for the FIBA World Cup by taking on Slovenia in an exhibition contest.
Luka Doncic, the Dallas Mavericks superstar, did not play in the contest, and the Americans took advantage by routing Slovenia, 92-62.
Los Angeles Lakers standout Austin Reaves is on the Team USA roster, and the experience of playing in the FIBA World Cup will give him the opportunity to showcase his skills to a global audience. It could also help him arrive in training camp sharp, focused and in great shape.
He scored 10 points on Saturday, and he provided a few highlights during the game.
Austin Reaves has been proving he’s not just “Lakers hype” 🥵🥵🥵 pic.twitter.com/ZelBnD4Zqp
— Lakers All Day Everyday (@LADEig) August 12, 2023
full-court dime. 👀
Tyrese Haliburton hits Austin Reaves for the bucket.
📺 FS1 pic.twitter.com/SaTczh4DNt
— Indiana Pacers (@Pacers) August 12, 2023
AUSTIN REAVES HAS INSANE VISION 👀 pic.twitter.com/9GfWkDo0Vh
— Lakers Lead (@LakersLead) August 12, 2023
Team USA will be at it again on Sunday when it takes on Spain in another exhibition game.