Austin Tyler Reaves is a German-American basketball player born on May 29, 1998, in Newark, Arkansas, Austin. He entered the 2021 NBA draft but, unfortunately, was not drafted. Later, he started his professional basketball career by signing a two-way contract with the Los Angeles Lakers on August 3, 2021. Currently, he is playing for the same team.
He played basketball for the Wichita State Shockers men's basketball team during college. In his first year, he suffered from an injury in his right shoulder, so he missed many matches. After the treatment, he returned to the court and tallied his season-high 23 points in a game against Tulsa in January 2018 in his Sophomore year.
As per the NCAA transfer rules, Austin was transferred to the Oklahoma Sooners men’s basketball team after completing his senior year. After playing a number of matches for this team, Austin left the college and declared for the 2021 NBA draft.
Reaves' first NBA playoff game came on April 16, 2023, when he scored 23 points in a 128-112 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies in Game 1 of the First Round playoff series. He matched that performance in Game 4 of the same series, resulting in the Lakers scoring in a 117-111 overtime victory. His successful rookie season earned him nicknames like "Hillbilly Kobe" and "AR-15."
Name | Austin Tyler Reaves |
Net Worth | Around $4 million |
Age | 25 years old |
Residence | Newark, Arkansas |
Position | Shooting Guard/ Point Guard |
Marital Status | Unmarried |
Source of Wealth | Basketball/ Endorsements |
Salary | $13.4 million (annual averae) |
Endorsements | Rigorer, Lexus, Lemon Daddy |
Endorsement Earnings | N.A. |
How much is Austin Reaves Net Worth in 2024?
According to online sources, Austin Reaves net worth is around $4 million, as of 2024.
Reaves has been earning the bulk of his income from his contract with the LA Lakers ever since he joined the team in 2021. His income is expected to rise steadily as he continues to advance professionally. As an undrafted player in the 2021 NBA draft, Reaves did not see the huge salaries that other draftees see in the NBA. However, if he continues to improve his play, there is no doubt he will also earn huge contracts going forward.
Along with his basketball career, he is also a brand ambassador for Rogeror, a Chinese company.
Austin Reaves Salary
Austin Reaves is signed with the Los Angeles Lakers for a four-year contract worth $53,827,872, offering him an annual average salary of $13,456,968. He will get a base salary of $12,015,150 for the 2023-24 season.
Austin declared for the 2021 NBA draft hoping to be selected by any team. Unfortunately, he remained undrafted in the 2021 NBA draft and was signed by the Los Angeles Lakers on the basis of a two-way contract in August 2021. It was a standard NBA contract that offered him a base salary of $925,258 for the 2021-22 season.
Austin Reaves Endorsements
Austin has made history as the first NBA athlete to secure a coveted endorsement deal with Rogerer, a Chinese shoe company. Getting a shoe deal with a major brand can seem like a distant dream for many undrafted players, but he has made it a reality. He also has endorsement deals with Lemon Daddy and Lexus.
He signed his first multi-year endorsement deal with this brand in 2022 with the Los Angeles Lakers. However, his endorsement earnings remain a mystery for the general public.
Austin Reaves Investments & Charity Work
As of now, no information is available about the investments and charity work made by Austin Reaves.
Austin Reaves House
According to online sources, Austin spends his time between the farm in his hometown, Newark, and his father, Brian Reaves’ house, which is just a 10-minute drive away in Batesville. He enjoys spending time with his family members.
Regrettably, details about his house structure and exact location are currently unknown.
Austin Reaves Cars
Austin Reaves has a passion for cars. He has been spotted driving several luxury cars. Austin has an impressive collection of cars, but the Mercedes-AMG G63 is a fan favorite. This SUV is powered by a twin-turbo V8 engine which produces around 577 hp.
Moreover, Austin also has a muscular all-black Lexus GX. The heart of this beast is a mighty 4.6L V8 powerplant, pumping out impressive performance. With its impressive array of cutting-edge features and smooth, effortless drive, the GX is a highly desirable choice for discerning buyers.
FAQs
A. Austin Reaves career-high is 35 points which he scored against the Orlando Magic in March 2023.
A. Austin is 25 years old. He was born on May 29, 1998.
A. Brian Reaves and Nicole Wilkett are the parents of Austin Reaves.
A. No, Austin is not currently married but he is reportedly dating Jenna Barber.
A. Austin Reaves is 6 feet 5 inches (1.96m) tall.