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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 The Pearland
The Los Angeles Lakers' decision to re-sign Austin Reaves has no direct impact on Pearland , but it does illustrate the high-stakes nature of professional sports contracts. As a community within the Houston area, Pearland residents may be more interested in the Houston Rockets, but the Lakers' move can still spark conversations about player loyalty and team strategy. The significant investment in Reaves, a formerly undrafted player, highlights the importance of scouting and development in the NBA. While Pearland itself is not directly affected, the city's basketball fans may be intrigued by the Lakers' efforts to build a strong roster and compete in the Western Conference. The move also underscores the financial aspects of professional sports, with Reaves' contract worth $185 million over four years, a figure that can be eye-opening for local sports enthusiasts.
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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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