Austin Reaves is steadily establishing himself as a formidable NBA presence, both on and off the court. T

he shooting guard for the Los Angeles Lakers has recently secured a significant shoe endorsement contract with the Chinese company Rigorer. As reported by Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium, this deal is set to bring in an annual income of over $1 million for Reaves.

Despite having only two seasons under his belt in the NBA, the 25-year-old guard for the Los Angeles Lakers finds it surreal that a major company has approached him for a multi-million dollar shoe signature deal.

“I feel honestly blessed. If you would’ve told me I would have a signature shoe at 18, I’d have looked at you and called you a liar,” Reaves told Shams Charania.

This decision marks a historic moment for Austin Reaves, as he becomes the inaugural NBA player to secure a seven-figure annual contract with Rigorer this year.

The Chinese company describes the shoes this way on their web site: “This Rigorer basketball sniper 2 sneakers are with supercritical ejection technology and AIRSAC TAO technology, with nice rebound and anti-shock function, help players to improve performance. The sneakers vamp is with nylon yarn, durable and breathable… The basketball sneakers are a wise choice for you to wear on the court”.

Additionally, Rigorer plans to unveil Austin Reaves’ signature shoe in the upcoming summer, with anticipation for its on-court debut in the NBA during the 2023-24 season.

Initial glimpses of Reaves’ sneakers showcase a vibrant yellow and purple design. As the Los Angeles Lakers’ guard approaches restricted free agency in a few weeks, he is poised for a substantial salary increase. While the Lakers can offer a maximum contract of $52 million over four years, other teams may present slightly higher offers, leaving Reaves’ future uncertain, though remaining with the Lakers appears to be his priority.