Luka Dončić Misses Out on Historic $345M Supermax Contract After Lakers Move
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Luka Dončić Misses Out on Historic $345M Supermax Contract After Lakers Move

In a stunning turn of events, Luka Dončić has lost out on a potential $116 million payday and the largest contract in NBA history following his move to the Los Angeles Lakers.

Dončić, who was previously eligible for a supermax extension with the Dallas Mavericks, could have signed a five-year, $345 million deal this summer—a contract that would have surpassed Jayson Tatum’s recent $315 million agreement with the Boston Celtics.

However, his decision to leave Dallas and join the Lakers has made him ineligible for the supermax, which is reserved for players re-signing with their original team. As a result, Dončić will have to settle for a smaller contract structure with Los Angeles, missing out on an additional $116 million he could have earned had he stayed in Dallas.

While Lakers fans are celebrating the arrival of the superstar guard, this financial setback raises questions about the long-term strategy behind Dončić’s decision. Whether it was a move driven by championship aspirations or a fresh start in a new market, one thing is clear: the price of leaving Dallas was steep.