Reaves is eligible to sign an extension with the Lakers on July 6 of this year. However, Jovan Buha of The Athletic predicted on Monday, March 3, that Reaves will decline that offer, opt out in the summer of 2026 and test the free agent market.
The Los Angeles Lakers will be without their star guard, Austin Reaves, for the remainder of Friday's contest against the Clippers due to a calf injury.  Reaves