Lakers fans can breathe easy: Luka Dončić is set to stay in Los Angeles. According to reports, Dončić has agreed to a four-year, $229 million contract extension with the Lakers, which he can officially sign on August 2, 2025 .
This deal comes after a surprising midseason trade from the Dallas Mavericks to the Lakers, where Dončić was exchanged for Anthony Davis in a three-team deal involving the Utah Jazz . Despite the trade, Dončić has been actively involved in the Lakers’ offseason plans, including recruiting key players like Marcus Smart and Deandre Ayton .
While the new contract is slightly less than the $345 million supermax extension he could have signed with the Mavericks, it ensures Dončić’s presence in Los Angeles through at least the 2029–30 season . This move signifies a new era for the Lakers, with Dončić at the helm, aiming to lead the team back to championship contention .