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In a candid interview with *Lakers Nation*, Austin Reaves opens up about his underwhelming performance in the first round of the Western Conference playoffs against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Reaves admits his struggles, particularly when facing their relentless switch defense, and shares insights on how the Timberwolves' scouting disrupted the Lakers' offensive flow. As a data-driven analyst, I break down the tactical nuances behind Reaves' challenges and what he can improve moving forward.