Anthony Davis may be a somewhat polarizing figure among fans of the Los Angeles Lakers, but he will be a member of the Lakers for the foreseeable future. He signed a huge contract extension with them last week that is worth $186 million over three years.
Some see it as a risk since Davis is injury-prone, but he is clearly one of the NBA’s best superstars, not just offensively but also defensively and on the boards.
According to general manager Rob Pelinka, the big man wants to lead the franchise for many years to come.
Via Lakers Nation:
“In our conversations with Anthony, his desire to lead our franchise for the next several years became abundantly clear,” Pelinka said. “AD understands that his commitment to being the hardest worker, combined with his high character, is what will help define our culture for many seasons to come. It is a proud day for Lakers Nation when we’re able to extend the contract of one of the game’s most dominant two-way players.”
Pelinka talked about valuing roster continuity coming into the offseason. It was something the Lakers lacked the last two seasons, but with Austin Reaves, D’Angelo Russell, Rui Hachimura and now Davis signing contracts, they finally have some.
