LOS ANGELES — Luka Doncic has agreed to a three-year, $165 million maximum contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers, bypassing a chance at free agency next summer to build a long-term future with his new team.

The Luka Era officially begins on Saturday, when Doncic signs a three-year extension with the Lakers. Here's what you need to know about the deal.

NBA superstar guard Luka Doncic will remain in the Southland after he announced Saturday that he's signed an extension with Los Angeles Lakers. In a post to X, Doncic announced his signing himself by stating he was committed to bringing championships to L.A.