Lakers retain Austin Reaves amid NBA free agency decisions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 9:10 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers have re-signed Austin Reaves to a four-year, $185 million contract, securing his position as they navigate NBA free agency. Reaves, who averaged 23.3 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 5.5 assists last season, had been a key player for the Lakers. His retention follows Trae Young's re-signing with the Washington Wizards, making him one of the notable free agents available. The Lakers aim to build a contender around Luka Dončić and will need to adapt Reaves' playing style to maximize team efficiency. The future of LeBron James remains uncertain, adding to the importance of this decision in their pursuit of championship contention.
- •Austin Reaves signs four-year, $185 million contract with Lakers
- •Lakers aim to build a contender around Luka Dončić
- •Reaves averaged 23.3 points per game last season
- •Team seeks to adapt Reaves' game to fit alongside Dončić
- •LeBron James' future with the Lakers remains uncertain
- 9:10 PMYahoo Sports — NBA free agency: The Lakers kept Austin Reaves, but now what?
"The Lakers retained Reaves and still have Luka Dončić, but they have much to do to become a legitimate contender.
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