Pelinka Explains Reaves' New Leadership Role at Lakers
Lakers GM Rob Pelinka says Austin Reaves, after signing a $180m extension, must now lead by example following talks with Pelinka and JJ Redick.
Rob Pelinka has laid out what he expects from Austin Reaves after the guard signed a four-year, $180m extension with the Lakers this off-season.
"One of the things we talked about with Austin is, what does it actually mean to be a max-level player? What new responsibilities come with your shoulders now that you have to show others by your own example how to get better. So he has a whole new set of tasks to work on and improve at, in order to become a great leader. That's something the three of us discussed: him, me and JJ [Redick]. Austin is taking on that challenge, and I think we'll see not just further growth in his basketball skill, but a very strong progression in his leadership qualities," Pelinka said.
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