So Doncic took the next step toward turning his dreams into reality Saturday when he agreed to a three-year, $165 million maximum contract extension through 2028 with the Lakers, bypassing a chance at free agency next summer.

The new deal keeps Luka Doncic out of free agency next summer, eliminating his 2026-27 player option in place of a three-year, $165 million maximum contract extension.

Luka Doncic has signed a 3-year mega contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers, and Ramona Shelburne breaks down how it happened.