The Lakers have found themselves in a familiar position in many regards when it comes to Austin Reaves. In one regard, he’s joined a growing list of wins for the scouting department this season as he continues to blossom.
At the same time, he’s also the latest to put the Lakers in a bind financially when it comes to his impending free agency. While it’s important to note that Reaves is a restricted free agent and it’ll be entirely the Lakers decision if he doesn’t return, his next contract could be quite the commitment.
It’s the catch-22 of Reaves having success this season is that it’s only making him more expensive to keep around.