For most of the offseason, Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves’ name has been dragged into trade rumors. However, despite that, the young undrafted guard, who has blossomed into a solid player, has been sending signals about wanting a massive contract. And according to a Lakers Insider, Reaves might be getting his wish granted soon. While that’s great news for AR and the Lakers Nation, who love what the guard represents, it might force someone out of the rotation.
Who? You might ask. Well, with Reaves now looking to earn a massive deal next summer and secure his future in L.A., it would be only obvious that the 27-year-old will demand a place in the starting five. We mean, that’s what any player coming off a season where he averaged 20.2 points along with 4.5 rebounds and 5.8 assists w