In one of the most earth-shattering moves in recent NBA history, the Los Angeles Lakers have signed two-time MVP Nikola Jokić to a three-year, $185 million contract, officially forming a new superteam with LeBron James and Luka Dončić. The signing sends shockwaves throughout the league and solidifies the Lakers as instant title favorites for the upcoming season.
Jokić, the 7-foot Serbian sensation and former face of the Denver Nuggets franchise, brings with him elite passing, unmatched basketball IQ, and a versatile offensive skillset that makes him one of the most unique centers the league has ever seen. After leading Denver to an NBA championship and multiple deep playoff runs, Jokić’s move to Los Angeles is both surprising and historic.
Fans packed outside Crypto.com Arena to welcome the new Lakers big man, chanting his name as news of the signing spread. Lakers Nation, already electrified by Luka Dončić’s presence following last season’s blockbuster trade, now sees the birth of a new Big-3: LeBron, Luka, and Jokić—a trio combining brilliance, experience, and unselfish team play.
Speaking on the move, a team insider noted:
“This is not just a big signing—it’s a message to the league. The Lakers are done waiting. It’s championship or bust.”
The Lakers have now assembled what many are calling the smartest and most unselfish core in the NBA. LeBron remains the ultimate floor general, Luka is a generational scorer and playmaker, and Jokić is the engine that can run the entire offense from the center position.
In addition to Jokić’s arrival, the Lakers also quietly added a fellow 7-foot veteran—also from Denver—as a depth piece, bolstering the frontcourt with size, playoff experience, and interior defense.
Head Coach Darvin Ham couldn’t hide his excitement:
“We’re not just building a team—we’re building a legacy. LeBron, Luka, Jokić—this is something the league hasn’t seen before.”
With championship pedigree, All-NBA talent, and a fanbase reenergized by superstar power, the Lakers are positioned to dominate the league’s narrative all season long. The Western Conference has officially been put on notice.
The Big-3 era in L.A. is alive—and it’s led by legends.
