Reaves is entering the final season of his deal before a $15 million player option for the 2026-27 campaign. While much of the focus this offseason has been on LeBron James exercising his option and Luka Dončić agreeing to an extension, Los Angeles will soon need to focus on Reaves.

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves has been sending signals all summer about wanting a massive contract. The deal won’t be negotiated until next summer,