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Lakers will re-sign Austin Reaves to a 4-year, $185 million deal, AP source says
By Greg Beacham, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 24, 2026
· 2 min read
Austin Reaves is re-signing with the Los Angeles Lakers on a four-year contract worth $185 million, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Wednesday.The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the deal is not yet official for Reaves, who cements his status as one ...
Key takeaway 9 million player option for the upcoming season to reach this deal with the team that signed him out of Oklahoma after the draft in 2021.
Why this matters in Tomball News
Tomball residents who are also Lakers fans can take note of the significant investment the team is making in Austin Reaves, a player who has quickly become a key contributor to the team's success. With a four-year contract worth $185 million, Reaves is cementing his status as a core member of the Lakers. This move may have implications for the team's roster construction and overall strategy, which could be of interest to local fans who follow the team. Additionally, the Lakers' ability to retain Reaves, a fan favorite, may be seen as a positive sign for the team's commitment to building a winning roster. As the Lakers navigate the offseason and prepare for the upcoming season, Tomball fans will likely be keeping a close eye on the team's moves and how they impact the squad's chances of success.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Austin Reaves is re-signing with the Los Angeles Lakers on a four-year contract worth $185 million, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Wednesday.The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the deal is not yet official for Reaves, who cements his status as one ...
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