Rob Pelinka Makes Promise to Lakers Fans After Luka Doncic News

Rob Pelinka Makes Promise to Lakers Fans After Luka Doncic News originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

Luka Doncic’s future with the Los Angeles Lakers had been one of the biggest stories of the summer. The All-NBA guard was traded from the Dallas Mavericks to Los Angeles in February, and has quickly become the face of the franchise.

The Slovenian superstar had been due for an extension on August 2 and throughout the offseason, many wondered what his contract situation would look like – whether he’d commit long-term to the franchise or test free agency next year. On Saturday, however, all the speculation surrounding Doncic’s extension with the Lakers was finally put to bed via a report by ESPN’s Shams Charania.

Luka Doncic Signs Extension to Stay With the Lakers

According to Charania, Luka Doncic has signed a three-year, $165 million contract extension with the Lakers. The deal includes a player option in 2028 and officially removes him from next summer’s free agent class. More importantly, it positions Doncic to become eligible for a projected five-year, $417 million supermax contract in 2028–potentially the largest in NBA history.

Following the news, Lakers General Manager Rob Pelinka made a promise to the fans via an official statement:

“Today is a monumental moment for our franchise,” Pelinka said. “Luka Doncic’s future is with the Los Angeles Lakers. Luka is one of the game’s most transcendent players… and above all else, Luka will lead our franchise to pursue future championships, a goal that will forever define the Lakers.”

Rob Pelinka on Luka Doncic’s extension: "Today is a monumental moment for our franchise. Luka Doncic's future is with the Los Angeles Lakers," said Lakers President of Basketball Operations and General Manager Rob Pelinka. "Luka is one of the game's most transcendent players, and…

— Trevor Lane (@Trevor_Lane) August 2, 2025

Since his arrival, Doncic has breathed new life into a Lakers franchise desperate for more championships. In his first stint in LA, he helped the team reach the third seed in the Western Conference, while averaging 28.2 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 7.5 assists in 28 games

Lakers Fans Want Trades to Happen

While Lakers fans are excited for his longterm future in LA, his decision to extend has also upped the urgency for Pelinka to bolster the roster around the Slovenian superstar.

"Rob really gonna ruin his prime man," one wrote shortly after the news.

"Luka and LeBron locked in while Pelinka playing golf," said another.

"Tell Rob to get his [expletive] to work," said another.

"Pelinka get your [expletive] to work," one added.

"Pelinka almost has to make trades now," said one.

Luka Doncic’s Message to Lakers Fans

Shortly after the extension was announced, Doncic shared a message on social media to express his excitement and gratitude:

“I just signed my extension with the Lakers,” Doncic wrote on X. “Excited to keep working to bring championships to LA and make Laker Nation proud. Grateful to the Lakers, my teammates and all the fans who’ve shown so much love since day one. This is just the beginning. 💜💛”

I just signed my extension with the Lakers. Excited to keep working to bring championships to LA and make Laker Nation proud. Grateful to the Lakers, my teammates and all the fans who’ve shown so much love since day one. This is just the beginning. 💜💛 pic.twitter.com/PrTfTxxlpU

— Luka Doncic (@luka7doncic) August 2, 2025

Doncic entered the league as the third overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft and quickly morphed into one of the best basketball players in the world. Over the course of his career, he has earned All-NBA honors (5), All-Star appearances (5), and led the league in scoring during the 2023-24 season.

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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Aug 2, 2025, where it first appeared.