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Updated · Fox News · Sep 7
Austin Reaves Celebrates $180 Million Lakers Deal on Labor Day Boat Trip
Updated
Updated · Fox News · Sep 7

Austin Reaves Celebrates $180 Million Lakers Deal on Labor Day Boat Trip

1 articles · Updated · Fox News · Sep 7

Summary

  • Austin Reaves spent Labor Day weekend on a boat in Mexico with girlfriend Jenna Barber after securing a new four-year contract to remain with the Lakers.
  • The deal was first reported at $185 million, but Reaves reportedly accepted $180 million, giving Los Angeles slightly more salary-cap flexibility.
  • Reaves enters next season with a larger role after LeBron James' departure, while Luka Doncic remains in place as the Lakers reshape their core.
  • 23 points per game last season helped drive the payday, capping Reaves' rise from undrafted guard to one of the franchise's top-paid players.

Insights

Why did Austin Reaves really leave $5 million on the table, and will it actually guarantee the Lakers a championship roster?
Was Reaves' discount truly a selfless act for cap flexibility, or a hidden compromise tied to his recent injury history?