Austin Reaves expected to re-sign with Lakers on max contract

Austin Reaves, a former Oklahoma Sooners guard, is set to re-sign with the Los Angeles Lakers. Reports indicate he will sign a four-year, $185 million maximum contract with a player option for the 2029-2030 season. This follows a career year in which Reaves averaged 23.3 points and became a vital starter for the Lakers. His decision to decline a $14.9 million player option underscores his commitment to the franchise as a key player alongside LeBron James and Luka Doncic. The signing demonstrates the Lakers' investment in their core roster moving forward.

• 8:37 PMYahoo Sports — Former Oklahoma Sooners guard to sign max contract with Los Angeles