What happened: The mid-July outing comes immediately after the guard secured his extension, which features a player option for the 2029-30 season. Alongside his on-court preparation, Reaves recently revealed that he speaks with Luka Doncic almost daily and frequently exchanges golf swing videos with him.

Why it matters: Austin Reaves enters the upcoming 2026-27 campaign as a primary focal point of the offense following the departure of LeBron James. His new contract, paired with the acquisition of Collin Sexton, leaves the organization projected at $16.2 million below the first salary cap apron. That financial structure limits flexibility to replace the perimeter shooting lost when Luke Kennard signed a two-year, $13 million deal with Phoenix.

What to watch: The organization continues exploring salary adjustments, including a potential trade involving Jarred Vanderbilt, ahead of training camp for the 2026-27 season.