Anthony Davis, Lakers sign 3-year, $186 million extension

Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis has agreed to a three-year, $186 million contract extension, making it the richest annual agreement in NBA history.

Anthony Davis has signed a contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers, making him the highest-paid player in NBA history. The three-year extension is worth $186 million, with an average salary of $62 million per season. This surpasses the previous record set by Jaylen Brown of the Boston Celtics, who signed a five-year supermax deal worth up to $304 million.

Davis, an eight-time All-Star and four-time All-NBA selection, is considered one of the best players in the league. He is coming off a season in which he averaged 25.9 points, 12.5 rebounds, and 2.6 assists on a career-best 56% shooting. These numbers reflect one of the best years of his career.

The contract extension will take effect in the 2025-26 season and will push Davis' career earnings to approximately $500 million by the time it expires. In the final three years of the deal, he will earn about $750,000 for every regular-season game.

When Davis is healthy, he forms a formidable duo with LeBron James, leading the Lakers to the 2020 NBA title and helping them reach the Western Conference finals last season. However, injuries have been a concern throughout his career, and the Lakers' winning percentage drops significantly when he is not on the court.

Davis expressed his goal of winning championships and believes the Lakers are headed in the right direction. With his contract secured, he is determined to continue striving for success and achieving their goals.

Throughout his career, Davis has consistently performed at a high level, averaging 24 points and 10.4 rebounds over his first 11 seasons. He has also had several standout performances, including scoring at least 50 points in a game five times. His talent and contributions to the Lakers make him an integral part of the team's success.