Austin Reaves declined a four-year, $89.2 million contract extension from the Lakers, a decision expected by both parties. Reaves, an undrafted player, has consistently been underpaid relative to his production, making the Lakers' offer less appealing compared to potential earnings in free agency next summer. The Lakers extended the offer to express their interest without sending mixed signals. Reaves has indicated a desire to stay in Los Angeles, and his contract situation may aid the Lakers in pursuing significant free agents in the future.
In a vacuum, Austin Reaves turning down the Lakers recent extension offer seems like a sign of two sides on opposite pages.
Just about everything Reaves has said about his future involves some version of him wanting to remain in LA.
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