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On Saturday, Luka Doncic committed to a three-year maximum contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers.
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This agreement, valued at $165 million, features a player option for the 2028-29 season. With this deal, Doncic has secured his immediate future with the Lakers, alleviating the team’s concerns about him entering free agency next summer, a scenario that would have unfolded if he had opted not to extend his contract. Moreover, this contract positions the Slovenian star for an enormous future financial gain, as he will qualify for a maximum contract possibly exceeding $400 million when the time comes to decide on his player option in three years.
Following the announcement, Doncic took to his social media to share his enthusiasm, asserting that the journey he and the Lakers are on is just beginning.
“I just signed my extension with the Lakers,” Doncic stated. “I’m thrilled to continue striving for championships in LA and to make Laker Nation proud. I’m thankful for the Lakers, my teammates, and all the fans who have supported me from the start. This is just the beginning.”
I just signed my extension with the Lakers. Excited to keep working to bring championships to LA and make Laker Nation proud. Grateful to the Lakers, my teammates and all the fans who’ve shown so much love since day one. This is just the beginning. pic.twitter.com/PrTfTxxlpU
— Luka Doncic (@luka7doncic) August 2, 2025
Doncic’s commitment brightens the future of the Lakers. The 26-year-old basketball phenom averaged 28.2 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 7.5 assists per game last season and has already earned five first-team All-NBA selections. His elite skills and dedication signify a promising era ahead for the Lakers.
As Doncic himself remarked, “This is just the beginning.”
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