The world's second tallest man, a Taylor Swift kiss and Cristiano Ronaldo's tears - the best sports photos of 2024, in the words of the photographers who took them.

Michael Reaves: This image was taken during the 2024 ... I love capturing natural portraits and Carrie Schreiner stared directly down my lens just seconds before she left the pit lane during ...

Double-doubles Sunday ...

This excellent play led former NBA All-Star Jeff Teague to boldly compare Reaves to perennial MVP candidate Luke Doncic of ...

As Reaves’ usage rate has gone up, especially in the last three games, so has the Lakers’ offensive efficiency.

Austin Reaves discussed his excitement for his new role with the Los Angeles Lakers, having the ball in his hands more.

Reaves accumulated 20 points (6-18 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 5-6 FT), seven rebounds and six assists across 39 minutes during Friday's 119-102 win over Atlanta. The D'Angelo Russell trade solidifies Reaves ...

In the absence of a blockbuster trade for a third superstar who could play alongside James and Anthony Davis, they have placed their team in the hands of Austin Reaves. Dealing D’Angelo Russell ...

Austin Reaves' strong play has helped the Lakers fight their way up the Western Conference standings. / Sean M. Haffey/GettyImages The Los Angeles Lakers have long been one of the most high ...

And his team is in the midst of another identity change – one that features fourth-year guard Austin Reaves even more as a ball-handler and on-ball playmaker than he was earlier in the season.