New contract in tow, Austin Reaves ready for Lakers' new era
The Los Angeles Lakers have officially re-signed guard Austin Reaves to a $185M contract as the team enters a new era.
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The Los Angeles Lakers have officially re-signed guard Austin Reaves for his third straight season. Coverage from NBA.com and Yahoo Sports confirms the signing, with the contract valued at $185M.
Reports from Bleacher Report indicate that Reaves took a discount in the new deal. NBC Sports highlighted the process leading up to the agreement, noting that Reaves spent time on the phone with agents while playing golf during the free agency period.
Future focus remains on the team's new era and Reaves' continued partnership with Luka Doncic, as noted by ESPN and Yahoo Sports.
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Quick answers
What is the value of Austin Reaves' new contract?
The contract is valued at $185M.
Did Reaves receive the maximum possible amount in his deal?
According to Bleacher Report, Reaves reportedly took a discount in his new contract.
How long will Reaves be with the Lakers following this signing?
Yahoo Sports reports this marks his third straight season with the team.
Coverage (8)
- Lakers, Austin Reaves Complete Four-Year Max Deal Hoops Rumors · 4h ago
- Surprising Austin Reaves contract details revealed: Lakers star took a pay cut BasketNews.com · 4h ago
- Life after LeBron: Austin Reaves embracing new role on new-look Lakers roster Los Angeles Times · 4h ago
- Austin Reaves played a round of golf while on the phone with agents in NBA free agency frenzy NBC Sports · 4h ago
- Los Angeles Lakers Re-Sign Guard Austin Reaves NBA.com · 4h ago
- Austin Reaves Reportedly Takes Discount in New Lakers Contract amid Latest NBA FA Rumors Bleacher Report · 4h ago
- Lakers officially sign $185M fan favorite, Luka Doncic's partner in crime for third straight season Yahoo Sports · 4h ago
- New contract in tow, Austin Reaves ready for Lakers' new era ESPN · 4h ago
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