Lakers superstar Luka Doncic is on quite the media tour this week while he promotes his sneaker line with Jordan Brand. But such festivities also happen to align with the business of a potential contract extension, which the guard is eligible to sign starting Saturday, Aug. 2.

NBA Champion Thinks the Lakers Gave Luka Doncic a $229 Million Ultimatum originally appeared on Athlon Sports. On Aug. 2, Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic will be eligible for a max contract extension. The Slovenia native currently has two years left on his deal, including a $48.9 million player option for the 2026-27 season.

As shared by NBA reporter Grant Afseth of Fastbreak Journal, an NBA agent spoke out with what he believes Doncic should target from a new contract perspective.

Aside from LeBron James' future and Luka Doncic's contract extension, one of the biggest offseason questions surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers is what role Bronny James will play in 2025. There's no question the 20-year-old guard experienced a steep learning curve during his rookie season,

"The biggest thing for Bronny is that he has to get in elite shape," Redick said via ESPN. "That's the barrier of entry for him right now. And if he does that, I think he's got a chance to be a really fantastic player in the NBA .