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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 Houston / 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 Magnolia News
The Los Angeles Lakers' decision to re-sign Austin Reaves has no direct impact on Magnolia , but it does spark interest among local basketball fans who follow the NBA. As a community within the Houston area, Magnolia residents may be more inclined to follow the Houston Rockets, but the success of players like Reaves can still generate excitement. The fact that Reaves was able to grow into one of the NBA's most effective scorers and playmakers despite being undrafted can be an inspiring story for young athletes in Magnolia. Additionally, the Lakers' moves may have a ripple effect on the Rockets' offseason decisions, which could be of greater interest to local fans. As the NBA offseason continues to unfold, Magnolia residents who follow the league will be keeping an eye on how these developments affect their hometown team.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / 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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