If Dončić opts for immediate long-term security, he could sign a four-year, $228.6 million extension that goes into effect in the 2026-27 season. That would help the Lakers manage the cap since it would keep his average annual salary at $57.15 million.

The Lakers and Luka Dončić look to be set for a long-term partnership as the superstar is expected to commit to the franchise for years to come.

Lakers superstar Luka Dončić played such poor defense that he was directly responsible for 41 Minnesota Timberwolves points on Wednesday, according to one film analysis.