Austin Reaves Sends Honest Message About Lakers Future Before Free Agency
Summary
Austin Reaves, a key player for the Los Angeles Lakers, hinted he wants to stay with the team and play alongside stars LeBron James and Luka Doncic. He is expected to leave his current contract for a longer deal during the NBA free agency starting June 30.Key Facts
- The Los Angeles Lakers are preparing for a busy offseason starting June 30 with NBA free agency.
- Austin Reaves is likely to decline his player option to seek a longer contract.
- The Lakers want to re-sign both Reaves and LeBron James.
- Reaves expressed interest in returning to the Lakers, saying he wants to "run it back."
- He avoided commenting on specific roster moves, focusing first on his contract.
- Last season, Reaves averaged 23.3 points, 5.5 assists, and 4.7 rebounds per game.
- His shooting percentages were 49% from the field, 36% from three-point range, and 87.1% from free throws.
- LeBron James may return for his 24th NBA season, which would be with the Lakers.
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