Lakers guard Austin Reaves, who had 32 points on Thursday's win, feels his team has grown in its ability to handle young and feisty teams.

Following a big road win against the Blazers, Austin Reaves broke down why this season’s Lakers are different than past purple and gold teams.

Austin Reaves has seen a lot throughout his four seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers. Starting off as an undrafted player, Reaves has grown into one of the most important pieces of this team and has shined for this franchise on some of the biggest stages as well.