As the Los Angeles Lakers continue their strong start to the 2025-26 season with an 8-3 record, ESPN’s Dave McMenamin revealed that guard Austin Reaves remains focused on winning rather than maximizing his next contract. Despite his breakout campaign and eligibility for a major payday, Reaves is reportedly “not obsessed” with earning every possible dollar in his next deal.

According to McMenamin’s report, the Lakers met virtually with Reaves and his representatives — agents Aaron Reilly and Reggie Berry of AMR Agency — on June 23, a day after the NBA Finals concluded. The 45-minute video conference included Lakers governor Jeanie Buss, general manager Rob Pelinka, and head coach JJ Redick. During the call, the organization formally offered Reaves a four-year, $89 million contract exte

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