Lakers' Reaves plans to sign $185 million extension with team
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 3:50 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026

Austin Reaves intends to sign a four-year, $185 million maximum contract to return to the Los Angeles Lakers, with a player option for the final season in 2029-30. This decision follows Reaves' impactful contributions during previous seasons, solidifying his role within the team. The contract establishes him as a key player moving forward and signals the Lakers’ commitment to maintaining their current roster composition. Further details are expected as the contract negotiations progress.
- •Reaves intends to sign a maximum contract with the Lakers.
- •The deal is worth $185 million over four years.
- •Includes a player option for the 2029-30 season.
- •Reaves has played a significant role for the Lakers in recent seasons.
- 4:48 PMESPN — Lakers' Reaves intends to sign a $185M extension
- 4:35 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers Bring Back Austin Reaves on Record-Breaking $185M Contract
"Austin Reaves is staying with the Los Angeles Lakers on a historic four-year, $185M max contract extension. Get the details on this record-breaking deal. The post Lakers Bring Back Austin Reaves on Record-Breaking $185M Contract appeared first on LA Sports Report.
"Lakers star Austin Reaves intends to sign a 4-year, $185 million maximum contract to return to the franchise, with a player option for the final season in 2029-30, sources tell ESPN's Shams Charania.
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External links- ESPNJun 24, 2026, 4:48 PMLakers' Reaves intends to sign a $185M extension
Lakers star Austin Reaves intends to sign a 4-year, $185 million maximum contract to return to the franchise, with a player option for the final season in 2029-30, sources tell ESPN's Shams Charania.
- Yahoo SportsJun 24, 2026, 4:35 PMLakers Bring Back Austin Reaves on Record-Breaking $185M Contract
Austin Reaves is staying with the Los Angeles Lakers on a historic four-year, $185M max contract extension. Get the details on this record-breaking deal. The post Lakers Bring Back Austin Reaves on Record-Breaking $185M Contract appeared first on LA Sports Report.
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