Austin Reaves Says Adviser Urged More Spending After $180 Million Lakers Deal
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Updated · Yahoo Sports · Jul 14
Austin Reaves Says Adviser Urged More Spending After $180 Million Lakers Deal
3 articles · Updated · Yahoo Sports · Jul 14
Summary
Austin Reaves said his financial adviser recently told him to spend more on himself, even after the Lakers guard landed a four-year, $180 million extension.
Reaves said he still has not bought himself much, describing a frugal approach shaped by a middle-income upbringing and a preference for buying gifts for family and friends instead.
The new deal followed his best NBA season — 23.3 points, 4.87 rebounds and 5.5 assists per game — and became the richest contract ever awarded to an undrafted player.
Reaves also reportedly accepted $5 million less than an initial $185 million offer, giving Los Angeles slightly more room to add roster help while he keeps his focus on basketball and long-term family stability.