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In sports, timing is everything. For Magic, Reaves’ shot arrived right on cue. The Lakers, meanwhile, needed this too. After losing their opener and struggling with late-game execution, Reaves’ buzzer-beater reminded the team of how quickly the energy can flip. His chemistry with Deandre Ayton and Rui Hachimura is starting to click, and JJ Redick’s system looks a little more fluid with Reaves running the show. Fans may joke that Magic’s tweets are the new official Lakers press releases, but there’s truth buried in the humor. Johnson’s approval carries weight, especially for players chasing their place in Lakers lore. Every compliment he gives Reaves feels like a nod from the rafters. If Magic represents legacy, Reaves represents renewal. His style is old-school in rhythm but modern in confidence. Maybe that’s why Johnson’s words hit differently this time. It’s not just praise for a big shot. It’s recognition of a player stepping onto a bigger stage. And while the Dodgers fight to save their season in Toronto, Magic’s spirits are safely back above sea level, thanks to one clutch floater, who now has more chance to prove that Magic’s belief isn’t nostalgia, but foresight.
