Lakers negotiate contract with Austin Reaves after NBA Finals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 8:12 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers secured a new four-year contract with Austin Reaves worth $184.8 million. Following the NBA Finals, the Lakers made notable efforts to retain Reaves, including playing his favorite country music and providing customized pillows during negotiations. While these gestures were intended to enhance the recruitment appeal, the substantial financial offer likely played a more significant role in Reaves' decision to remain with the team.
- •Lakers sign Austin Reaves to a four-year, $184.8 million deal
- •Negotiations included personalized gifts and music
- •Efforts were made after the NBA Finals
- •Reaves' financial motivation is seen as a key factor in his decision
- •Team aims to strengthen its lineup for the upcoming seasons
- 8:12 PMYahoo Sports — The Lakers went completely overboard in their final Austin Reaves contract negotiations
"The Lakers could've just given Austin Reaves the money he wanted. They didn't have to do all of this.
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