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Austin Reaves thought he was done with Lakers; he’s now their $185 million man

Austin Reaves has agreed to a four-year, $185 million maximum contract to remain with the Los Angeles Lakers. The deal makes him the highest paid undrafted player in NBA history. Reaves expressed relief at staying in LA after previously doubting his future with the team.

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Reaves officially secured a record-breaking max extension after earlier uncertainty about his tenure.

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  1. Austin Reaves Signs Record 4-Year, $185 Million Max Contract With Lakers

    Austin Reaves has agreed to a four-year, $185 million maximum contract to remain with the Los Angeles Lakers. The deal makes him the highest paid undrafted player in NBA history. Reaves expressed relief at staying in LA after previously doubting his future with the team.

    What's confirmed:

    • Austin Reaves agreed to a 4-year, $185 million maximum contract with the Lakers.
    • The contract includes a player option for the 2029-30 season.
    • Reaves is now the highest paid undrafted player of all time.
    • Reaves previously doubted whether he would stay with the Lakers.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The Detroit Pistons wanted to sign Austin Reaves but missed out.
    • The Lakers previously made a lowball offer to Reaves before the max deal.
    • A former champion questioned the extension due to Reaves' defensive issues.
    • The Lakers must build around Luka Doncic following this extension.
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