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Luka Doncic Signs Three-Year, $165 Million Extension With Lakers

Locking him through the 2027-28 season with a 2028-29 option, the extension positions him for a projected supermax payday in 2028.

Los Angeles Lakers Luka Doncic is interviewed Spectrum SportsNet following a press conference announcing the signing of his contract extension at UCLA Health Training Center on Aug 2, 2025.
The Lakers secure Luka Doncic with a whopping $165 million extension.
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Overview

  • The Lakers announced a three-year, $165 million maximum extension for Luka Doncic that replaces his 2026-27 opt-out and keeps him under contract through the 2027-28 season.
  • The deal includes a player option for the 2028-29 season, enabling Doncic to opt out and pursue a projected five-year, $417 million supermax contract at 35% of the salary cap.
  • Six months after acquiring him from Dallas in the Feb. 1 blockbuster trade, Los Angeles has now secured its franchise centerpiece long term.
  • Doncic’s offseason conditioning overhaul addressed previous concerns about his durability and bolstered confidence in his readiness to lead the Lakers back to championship contention.
  • By balancing maximum salary with future flexibility, the extension underlines the Lakers’ commitment to building a contender around Doncic while maintaining cap space for roster upgrades.