Lakers reporters say that Reeves asking price is a big gap between the team and the negotiations are stranded

According to Lakers' team reporter Ryan Ward, Reeves wants a contract with an annual salary of more than $40 million, while the Lakers give $89 million in four years. The gap between the two sides is too big and the negotiations have been stranded.

Reeves has two years left in the contract, which is about $28 million, expires in the summer of 2027 and is now eligible for early renewal. This summer, the Lakers have proposed a contract renewal to Reeves, giving a contract of $89 million for four years, but Reeves directly rejected it.

Last season, Reeves averaged 20.1 points, 4.5 rebounds and 5.9 assists per game, making great contributions on both offense and defense. It can be said that it is the third scoring point of the Lakers except Doncic and James.

According to the reporter, Reeves wants a contract with an annual salary of between $35 million and $40 million, more than five years.

The Lakers really can't afford this asking price, because James has not renewed his contract yet. Although the Lakers are unlikely to renew his contract with James, the team will sign players in the future, and it is impossible for Reeves to lock his salary space.

How the Lakers break the deadlock depends on Pelinka's skills, let's wait and see.