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  1. Panko

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    There are a lot of aggregation articles stemming from the above article, that frame things in exaggerated ways.

    So I've seen a number of AR articles with headlines like "AR expected to re-sign with Lakers for $30m+/yr." Which is true imo, but is not new news. That's one of the things we've all been talking about for weeks to months.

    But because Bontemps quoted an exec and wrote the part below, other aggregation sites are trying to frame it as new news that is going to happen soon. Probably nothing will happen until next offseason though.

     
    Panko, Aug 6, 2025 at 11:32 AM
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    Yeah, this is just speculation at this point, but most likely that's the neighborhood for a likely AR deal. Reaves has been steadily improving every year and came up to a pretty remarkable 20 ppg, with 5 assists and 4.5 boards as a starter. Those are great numbers. What he really needs to do is prove he can compete at that same level in the playoffs, something he hasn't totally shown yet. He has some great intangibles: he's generally a clutch performer who can deliver big shots at pivotal moments, he's got excellent basketball IQ and a strong rapport with Lebron. I'm hoping for another great year from him but with improved playoff performance. But yes, this will be a decision for next summer.
     
    lakerjones, Aug 6, 2025 at 11:39 AM
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    One thing you guys are forgetting is LeBron always changes the league does things different.

    if the Lakers win the championship and I think we will get very close. LeBron can just sign for 1 million even a mid level and allow us to sign bring in other players.

    Hes made so much money. Why not?

    and he’s made 584 million and then the Nike deal.

    so he can really keep playing here and do 1 yr. 1 million dollar deal wink winks.


    I’m just saying. There are ways around a lot of things.
     
    Kobeluka99, Aug 6, 2025 at 2:12 PM
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