Luka Doncic Signs Three-Year $165 Million Extension with Lakers
Luka Doncic has signed a three-year $165 million extension with the Lakers with a player option in 2028. Doncic will be eligible for a projected five-year $417 million extension in 2028.
This now keeps Doncic out of free agency next summer and committed to the Lakers — and makes him eligible for a projected five years and $417 million in 2028. https://t.co/V10h5cdxDe
— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) August 2, 2025
The Lakers made a major move to acquire Doncic in a surprising move at the trade deadline, sending away Anthony Davis, Max Christie, and a first-round pick.
Doncic is one of the best players in the league and a superstar who can carry the team for the next decade. In 28 games with LA, he averaged 28/8/8 with 1.6 steals on 44/38/79 shooting splits.
“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,” Doncic said in a tweet.
Doncic has been active in recruiting free agents to LA this offseason, including Deandre Ayton and Marcus Smart.
“Today is a monumental moment for our franchise. Luka Dončić’s future is with the Los Angeles Lakers. Luka is one of the game’s most transcendent players, and his on-court dominance and passion is without compare. From the moment Luka became a Laker, there was an immediate connection and admiration between Luka and our fanbase. You can feel it in your spirit when you attend a Lakers game. Luka is an absolute killer on the court, and blends that with a unique generosity and care for the community. Above all else, Luka will lead our franchise to pursue future championships, a goal that will forever define the Lakers,” Lakers President of Basketball Operations and General Manager Rob Pelinka said.
With Luka Doncic under contract long-term, the Lakers can continue building their roster around him as they look to win their 18th title in franchise history.
