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Austin Reaves signs four-year, $185M deal with Lakers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 3:47 PM

Last updated Jun 24, 2026

Austin Reaves signs four-year, $185M deal with Lakers
Summary

Austin Reaves will remain with the Los Angeles Lakers, signing a maximum four-year contract worth $185 million. The deal includes a player option for the 2029-30 season and comes after he averaged 23.3 points, 5.5 assists, and 4.7 rebounds in the last season. Reaves' progression from undrafted rookie to starter has solidified his role in the team's backcourt alongside Luka Dončić. His new contract may influence the Lakers' ability to re-sign LeBron James, who is set for unrestricted free agency.

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By the Numbers
  • •Reaves declines a $14.9M player option for the upcoming season.
  • •He averaged 23.3 points, 5.5 assists last season.
  • •Lakers were swept in the first round by the Oklahoma City Thunder.
  • •Reaves has evolved from undrafted player to key starter.
  • •James may be impacted by the Lakers' limited cap space.
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  • 3:47 PMYahoo Sports — Grading Austin Reaves' massive $185M contract to stick with Lakers
What they're saying
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The Lakers are keeping their dynamic backcourt intact.

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