Nets Eye Austin Reaves in Free Agency

The Nets are poised to make a splash in free agency despite a thin class, with Austin Reaves emerging as their top target — a sharp-shooting guard expected to command a five-year, $200M deal. While most think Reaves stays with the Lakers, ESPN’s Tim Bontemps says Brooklyn’s cap space and draft assets make them a serious suitor. Reaves, seeking a major raise after a productive season, could be lured away if the Lakers can’t match a lucrative offer. Meanwhile, Peyton Watson is also in the mix, though Denver’s financial constraints and Watson’s injury history may limit his appeal. The Nets also face internal decisions: whether to extend Michael Porter Jr., who’s on an expiring deal, and how to best use their top-six draft pick and mid-level exception to build a championship-caliber roster. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/670671a43f259e0a