There is no need for a fortune teller to determine who the Lakers are considering for their next face. Once Luka Doncic put pen to paper on his three-year, $165 million deal, the signs were very clear. Rob Pelinka also gave the fans something to cheer for amid the constant exit news about LeBron James. But the GM’s work is not done yet. The future of another star, Austin Reaves, still seems to be in limbo.

Last year was truly a breakout season for the Sooners alum. He averaged 20.2 points, 5.8 assists, and 4.5 rebounds, despite being the third option. So, in some sense, he has already proved his worth. The 27-year-old declined a four-year extension, worth almost $90 million, and sources predict the Lakers won’t get his signature to his $14.8 million player option for 2026–27. An anonymous

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