Austin Reaves has reportedly turned down the Los Angeles Lakers’ max contract offer—an offer that was reportedly for four years and $89.2 million. However, Reaves can become a free agent next season and command a higher max contract, provided he continues to develop at the rate he has over the last couple of years. Still, there is some risk that Reaves is taking by making this decision. Regardless, one has to admire the former Wichita State standout for betting on himself. After all, Austin Reaves has become one of the most important players on the current Los Angeles Lakers roster.
