Draymond Green reacts to Austin Reaves' Lakers contract offer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 3:24 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Draymond Green commented on the Lakers' contract offer to Austin Reaves, expressing surprise at its high value. He noted that with players like Reaves, Luka Doncic, and LeBron James on the roster, he expected the Lakers to take a more conservative approach. In light of the Pistons increasing their offer, Green anticipated that the Lakers could negotiate lower instead of matching the high bid. This statement sheds light on the dynamics of player contracts and team strategies within the league.
- •Draymond Green discussed Austin Reaves' new contract offer from the Lakers.
- •Green was surprised by the high offer considering the Lakers' roster.
- •He expected the Lakers to negotiate a lower figure.
- •The Pistons reportedly raised their offer during talks.
- 3:24 PMYahoo Sports — Draymond Green on Austin Reaves' new contract: I didn't expect the Lakers to go so high
"Draymond Green on Austin Reaves' new contract: I didn't expect the Lakers to go so high
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