Luka Doncic, eligible for a significant contract extension in 2025, is solidifying his role as the Lakers' cornerstone. The team is expected to offer a four-year extension worth between $222 and $229 million.

Ten days before Luka Dončić becomes eligible to sign a new contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, there is some optimism he will put pen to paper at some point this offseason.

He was reportedly active in recruiting guard Marcus Smart to the Lakers, which is a sign that he's emotionally connected to the franchise. Doncic will be representing his native Slovenia in the upcoming EuroBasket tournament later this summer.