NBA fans are all smiles after Austin Reaves inked a new four-year, $54 million deal with the Los Angeles Lakers, just hours after torching the Sacramento Kings for a career-high 51 points.
With both LeBron James and Luka Doncic sidelined, Reaves carried the load and delivered a 127-120 win at Golden 1 Center — the kind of night that reminds everyone why he’s become one of LA’s most dependable players. The timing of his monster performance and the contract announcement couldn’t have been better.
Fans were quick to praise Lakers GM Rob Pelinka for locking in one of the team’s best-value players for the long term.
Lakers signed Austin Reaves to a 4 year 54 million dollar deal 😭
BEST CONTRACT IN SPORTS 🔥 pic.twitter.com/0HAC5F44Ej
— LakeShowYo (@LakeShowYo) October 27, 2025
One fan said, “pelinka’s second greatest fleece ever.”
Another wrote, “Lakers locking in Reaves for 4 years? That’s some premium sht. Best value in the game right now.”*
A third added, “Now it’s time to give him what he is worth.”
From going undrafted in 2021 to signing a $54 million contract and helping deliver a championship, Reaves’ story continues to be one of the league’s best underdog tales. His performance against the Kings was the latest reminder of how far he’s come — and why Lakers fans love him.
“He Owned the Court”: NBA Fans React to Austin Reaves’ Career Night
Reaves’ 51-point outburst wasn’t just about scoring. The Lakers guard also grabbed 11 rebounds and dished out 9 assists, showing that even without LeBron or Luka, he could command the game from start to finish.
Fans couldn’t help but hype him up after the win.
One fan said, “Ah, the ‘no superstar’ narrative always makes these career nights sound even sweeter. Reaves didn’t just score 51; that 11 rebounds and 9 assists against the Kings shows he didn’t just fill a void, he owned the court.”
Ah, the “no superstar” narrative always makes these career nights sound even sweeter. Reaves didn’t just score 51; that 11 rebounds and 9 assists against the Kings shows he didn’t just fill a void, he owned the court.
— Jason Frakk (@FrakkJason47117) October 27, 2025
Another joked, “Bro turned into Austin Reaves Curry for one night.”
A third added, “Brother man stepped up when he needed to. I hope the Lakers win the chip this year!”
In 39 minutes, Reaves shot 12-for-22 from the field and led LA to a statement victory — one that might’ve sealed his spot as the Lakers’ newest cornerstone for years to come.
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Sabel has been working as a field reporter for People’s Television Network (PTV), mainly about the Philippine Basketball Association since 2016 and has been elevated to Executive Producer for sports in 2022. Aside from being on top of the Philippine sports scene, she is also a running enthusiast. You can also follow her on X at @SabelReyes2 and Instagram at @msabelreyes.
