How tall is Austin Reaves?

Last Modified Oct 23, 2023 17:46 GMT
Austin Reaves
(Image courtesy of Austin Reaves Instagram page)

If there is a young talent in the NBA whose sudden rise in popularity would have been impossible to anticipate in 2021, it is Austin Reaves. Currently playing for the LA Lakers, Reaves’ success has immensely benefited his notoriety and overall popularity in sports media and fans. He has proven himself to be a versatile guard with impressive stats in college and NBA.

Austin Reaves Height

Austin Reaves is 6 feet 5 inches tall. Reaves’ height witnessed immense progress during his time in High School. Having an ideal height for a shooting guard, he focuses more on his scoring potential and tends to be consistent in his performances. His long arms allow him to shoot accurately from anywhere on the floor.

What are Austin Reaves Other Physical Attributes?

Being tall has multiple benefits beyond being just a scorer, and shooting guards like Reaves are experts at taking advantage and making the most of this aspect.

His Wingspan

Austin Reaves has a 6 foot and 6.25 inches wingspan. Despite being a shooting guard, Reaves is decent at rebounding and playmaking as well. He averaged 3.0 rebounds and 3.4 assists per game last season.

Shooting guards are good perimeter defenders who can get steals and create turnovers into scoring opportunities. Reaves is that kind of player as he averages 0.5 steals per game in the NBA.

Weight

Austin Reaves weighs close to 206 pounds (94 kgs). Being a shooting guard over 200 pounds means that the player has to have the right height and weight balance as this plays a crucial role in a player’s shooting ability. Reaves has shot 50.1% from the field in his career, including 36.3% from 3-point range.

Being over 200 pounds also gives Reaves the strength to force his way into the paint for the finish, a necessary skill for taller players.

Shoe Size

Reaves wears size 14 (US) shoes. Basketball players emphasize traction and movement support in their shoes so that their agility and overall gameplay are not compromised. Reaves will be sporting his signature Rigorer AR1 sneakers in the upcoming 2023-24 NBA season.

In conclusion, Austin Reaves is a young talent in the NBA with a bright future ahead of him. Standing at 6 feet 5 inches tall, he has proven to be a versatile and skilled shooting guard. With impressive stats in college and professional basketball, Reaves is a player to keep an eye on.

FAQs

A. Reaves’ has a wingspan of 6 foot and 6.25 inches.

A. Living on a farm, Austin had a humble upbringing in his hometown of Newark, Arkansas.

A. Austin Reaves is 25 years old as of October 2023. He was born on May 29, 1998.

A. Austin Reaves first attended Wichita State University in Wichita, Kansas, but then transferred to the University of Oklahoma.

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