Reaves Takes Leap to Lakers Leadership | Los Angeles Lakers News

Austin Reaves just locked in a four-year Lakers deal, cementing his status as a franchise cornerstone after proving himself one of the NBA’s best bargains. Despite injury setbacks last season, he still averaged 23+ points, 5+ rebounds, and 5+ assists — and now, with LeBron gone, the pressure’s on him to lead. Reaves is hitting the gym hard this offseason to rise to the occasion. The Lakers bolstered their roster by signing Walker Kessler in a sign-and-trade, a perfect fit to pair with Reaves and Doncic — and Reaves even knows Kessler from Team USA. With the pieces falling into place, Reaves is ready to step up and carry the Lakers’ championship hopes. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://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/cefe0421ce796f4f