Regardless of what structure the deal takes, Doncic is expected to extend his current contract, further solidifying the 26-year-old Slovenian as the face of the franchise for the short and long

The expected outcome is for Doncic to agree to a three-year, $160.8 million extension that takes him to 10 years of service.

The Lakers got busy in the summer with notable additions, but there could be more in store before the new season.