Austin Reaves' brother, Spencer, who plays professionally in Germany, finally got to see the Lakers guard play in person for the first time in 5 years.
Beginning Tuesday, he’ll get a chance on an even bigger stage, the Western Conference finals, which“He’s always lived for these kinds of moments. Same in high school. Even if he wasn’t the go-to guy,” said Spencer, who won a state title with his then-freshman brother at Cedar Ridge High in Newark, Ark. “And when he was, he was never afraid of any big shot, the moment. He’d do whatever he could to win. He’s always had that competitive nature where he doesn’t give a damn.”Spencer, who averaged 6.
The timing couldn’t be better, the two-year deal he signed as an undrafted free agent expiring this summer. The Lakers can offer Austin a four-year deal worth approximately $51 million. He is eligible to earn up to twice as much if he signs with another team in free agency, though the Lakers will have the opportunity to match any offer.
After the Lakers went up 3-1 against the Grizzlies, James said a conversation with Austin was especially fulfilling.
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