Adrian WojnarowskiSenior NBA Insider3 Minute Read
Woj: AD’s extension shows Lakers are trying to win now with LeBron
Adrian Wojnarowski breaks down why the Lakers want to extend Anthony Davis now while LeBron James’ window is still open.
Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis has agreed to a three-year, $186 million maximum contract extension, tying him to the franchise through 2028 for a total of $270 million, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul told ESPN on Friday.
Davis’ deal is the richest annual contract extension in NBA history, averaging $62 million a season.
Davis, who had two years and $84 million left on his contract, became eligible to sign the three-year extension on Friday, and Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka and Paul moved quickly to complete a deal.
Along with LeBron James, Davis remains a cornerstone of a team that advanced to the Western Conference…