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NBA Rumors: Execs Predict Likely Cost of Austin Reaves Contract Extension for LA Lakers
TL;DR
Austin Reaves is expected to secure a contract extension with the LA Lakers worth over $40 million per season, according to NBA executives. This comes as the Lakers face key offseason decisions regarding both Reaves and LeBron James.
Key points
- Austin Reaves expected to sign a contract extension
- Projected cost over $40 million per season
- Reaves set career-highs in scoring and rebounds
- Lakers face decisions on Reaves and LeBron James
- Reaves is hitting free agency at a favorable time
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The Los Angeles Lakers face two critical offseason decisions this summer with LeBron James and Austin Reaves. While itâs uncertain exactly how much it will cost if the future Hall of Famer is retained, there is more insight on the rate to keep Reaves paired with Luka Doncic.
NBA executives who spoke to The Athleticâs Sam Amick and Dan Wolke said Reaves could land a multi-year extension in the range of $40-plus million per season.
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Reaves, age 27, is hitting NBA free agency at the perfect time. The 6-foot-5 guard is coming off a season where he set career-highs in scoring, free-throws made per game and rebounds.
- Austin Reaves stats (2025-26): 23.3 PPG, 4.7 RPG, 1.1 SPG, 2.3 3PM per game, 36% 3PT
Heâs also hitting the open market in the right summer. LeBron will have a very limited number of suitors, and Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren is a restricted free agent. That makes Reaves the most coveted player available in NBA free agency this offseason.
Currently, the and stand out as two guard-needy teams with the cap space to afford Reaves. There is also expected to be interest from the .
Q&A
What is the predicted cost of Austin Reaves' contract extension with the Lakers?
Austin Reaves is projected to receive a multi-year contract extension worth over $40 million per season.
How has Austin Reaves performed leading up to free agency?
Austin Reaves has set career-highs in scoring, free-throws made per game, and rebounds this past season.
What offseason decisions are the LA Lakers facing regarding their players?
The Lakers are facing critical decisions regarding contract extensions for both Austin Reaves and LeBron James.
