WATCH: Austin Reaves’ artistic ‘behind-the-back’ pass to LeBron James for an ‘iconic’ dunk has Lakers fans nostalgic

LeBron James led the LA Lakers to an easy win over the Detroit Pistons, with some help from Austin Reaves!

WATCH: Austin Reaves’ artistic ‘behind-the-back’ pass to LeBron James for an ‘iconic’ dunk has Lakers fans nostalgic

Austin Reaves behind-the-back pass to LeBron James (via X)

The Los Angeles Lakers beat the Detroit Pistons (125-111) on Tuesday. All five of the Lakers starters scored in double-digits. LeBron James put on an amazing performance with 25 points and 8 assists. But Austin Reaves‘s no-look pass was the moment that was loved by the NBA world.

Halfway into the first quarter, Reaves gave a left-handed behind-the-back pass to James which he dunked and left the viewers in awe. The shot looked effortless as the 39-year-old NBA veteran reached for the rim. LeBron has shaken his fans with his athleticism on multiple occasions now. But it will not get old for a long period.

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Austin Reaves’s pass also showcased the team’s chemistry in this play. The age and experience level difference did not come in the way of finishing a fantastic play. Fans were excited to see their favorite star still at his best and top game.

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The Lakers are now the 9th seed in the Western Conference. Like every year the fight in the West is intense as the first four teams are differentiated by two to three wins.

Fans were excited to see LeBron James’ monster dunk against the Pistons

NBA fans always love to watch exciting mind-blowing plays. Fans love watching impossible long three-point shots, amazing defensive plays, buzzer-beaters, game-winning shots, and so on. But probably the most favorite plays are slam dunks, as they require extreme athleticism.

Austin Reaves and LeBron James (via Sports Illustrated)

But these plays are more special when they are from your favorite players. The oldest player in the league, LeBron James shook fans with his dunk from Austin Reaves behind the back pass. Viewers reacted on social media.

Austin Reaves scored 15 points, 7 rebounds and 6 assists. All of the Lakers chipped in to win the game against the Pistons making their record (29-26).

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