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NBA·BREAKING·July 14, 2026 01:46 AM ET

Austin Reaves agrees to four-year, $180 million contract with Lakers

Contract includes a player option for the 2029-30 season.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 141 min read
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What happened: Dan Woike confirmed Jovan Buha's account regarding the final terms of the extension. Reaves agreed to a lower amount than the maximum possible structure.

Why it matters: Securing the guard preserves backcourt continuity for Los Angeles heading into the upcoming 2026-27 season. The long-term commitment aligns with the organization's offseason salary-cap structure, which keeps the roster operating below the first apron while retaining salary-matching flexibility for future transactions.

What to watch: Watch for Los Angeles to formally announce the agreement as the organization completes its roster adjustments ahead of training camp.

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