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#3 Anthony Davis is expected to remain with the Lakers

Anthony Davis has made a huge impact for the Lakers

Anthony Davis' future with the Lakers was bought into question earlier this month after he reportedly turned down a four-year, $146 million max contract extension. Davis is expected to opt-out of the final year of his contract to become an unrestricted free agent this summer, although The Athletic is reporting that the 26-year-old is still likely to resign with the Lakers:

Davis might pass on a five-year contract in favor of a three-year deal with a player option in the third year, similar to the contract Kawhi Leonard signed with the Clippers last summer. That would allow Davis to hit free agency in 2022, when he would be just 29, and still in his prime

The Lakers acquired Davis in a blockbuster trade with the New Orleans Pelicans during the 2019 offseason, and the All-Star has played a huge role in elevating LA to the top of the Western Conference standings. Over 35 appearances, Davis has averaged 27.1 points, 9.4 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per contest.