229 million in 4 years, the Lakers are close to completing the biggest offseason operation! The James era may be over

In this 2025 NBA offseason, the Los Angeles Lakers hope to improve their strength after experiencing the first round of the playoffs last season.

However, the Lakers' salary space and trading chips are very limited. Therefore, before and after the draft, when teams such as the Nuggets, Rockets and Clippers were intensively completing a series of signings and transactions, the Lakers had no movement for a long time.

This made Lakers fans very anxious, and they even questioned the ability of Lakers General Manager Pelinka, believing that the Lakers management is ineffective.

However, after this, the Lakers management has not disappointed the fans for too long.

Pellinka still made a series of signing moves after the draft, which brought substantial reinforcement to the team.

The Lakers first signed defender Lalania, which made up for the vacancy brought about by Finney Smith's departure to a certain extent; soon, the Lakers signed No. 1 center Ayton in the buyout market, and finally made up for the huge shortcomings in the center position; at the same time, the Lakers also selected potential newcomer Adu Tiero in the draft.

A few days ago, General Manager Pelinka made a quick move and brought back former Celtics strong defender Marcus Smart in the buyout market.

So far, the Lakers' series of reinforcements this summer have basically been settled.

However, the most important signing for the Lakers is not completed yet, and that is Doncic's contract renewal.

Many stars have completed early contract renewal with the team this summer, such as Alexander, Chett and Jewish, the third young men in the Thunder, all of which have been locked by the team. However, Doncic has not renewed his contract with the Lakers in advance, and Lakers fans are even worried that the team may lose him.

Finally, in the past two days, good news has come.

According to local Slovenian media reports, Doncic plans to fly to the United States before participating in the Slovenian men's basketball training camp to discuss contract renewal with the Lakers.

It is reported that Doncic will postpone the preparations for the national team's 2025 European Championships. He will arrive in the United States on August 2 and return to Slovenia on August 4 after signing a new contract extension. According to reports, Doncic is expected to sign a four-year, maximum salary renewal contract with the Lakers.

According to previous reports, Doncic can renew his contract with the Lakers in advance from August 3. Due to being traded by the Mavericks, Doncic missed the 5-year, 345 million super maximum salary contract this summer. He can sign a four-year, $223 million contract with the Lakers, or choose a shorter three-year, $160 million contract (including player options).

In this way, Doncic can meet the conditions for playing in the NBA for 10 years in 2028, thereby signing a super maximum salary contract of $418 million for five years (the specific amount depends on the change in the salary cap).

If the Slovenian media reports are true, this is undoubtedly great news for the Lakers.

If you can lock in Doncic in advance, the Lakers will have a bright future. Next summer, whether James retires or leaves, the Lakers have huge room to complete upgrades and strengthen them.

What's more, Doncic, with an annual salary of about 50 million, is undoubtedly the most cost-effective contract in the entire league.

Look at Alexander's annual salary of more than 70 million yuan, Booker's annual salary of more than 70 million yuan, and Celtic double-Tanhua's annual salary is also 60 to 70 million yuan. If Doncic gets a top 5 superstar in the league, if he gets an annual salary of 50 million, it will be a pie from the sky for the Lakers.

For Doncic, this is also wise. Put the money in his pocket first. Now, who can guarantee that there will be no injuries? It was shocking to see Tatum and Halliburton's accidental injuries.

Doncic first signed a four-year contract with the Lakers for more than 200 million yuan. There is still a chance to fight for a larger contract in the future. It is a good layout and planning whether it is now or in the future.

Once this signing is completed, this is the Lakers' biggest operation this summer!