The Los Angeles Lakers’ 2022-23 season will be remembered for many things, but Austin Reaves’ ascension may end up being the most important development going forward.
Not only was there no sophomore slump for Reaves, but he took a giant step forward as he proved to be a bonafide starter and playoff contributor.
After his strong year, Reaves is primed for a lucrative offseason this summer. While the Lakers hold the cards in terms of his future in Los Angeles, there still remains questions on how expensive his next contract will be and how much more room he has left to grow.