Great lost: Luka Doncic lost out on potentially over $116 million in earnings due to his trade from the Dallas Mavericks to the……………. more details ⬇️
Great lost: Luka Doncic lost out on potentially over $116 million in earnings due to his trade from the Dallas Mavericks to the……………. more details ⬇️
Doncic would have been eligible for a super-max extension with the Mavericks, which would have paid him $345 million over five years. This would have been the richest contract in NBA history.
In one of the most seismic shifts in recent NBA history, superstar guard **Luka Dončić** has been officially traded from the **Dallas Mavericks** to the **[insert destination team]**, ending an era in Dallas and igniting a wave of both disbelief and speculation across the league.
While the on-court ramifications of the move are still being processed, sources close to the situation have revealed a massive financial consequence: **Dončić has lost out on over $116 million in potential earnings** as a direct result of the trade.
Under NBA rules, a player is eligible for a “supermax” contract extension—up to 35% of the team’s salary cap—only if they meet specific criteria **and** remain with their original team. By being traded away before signing his next extension, Dončić becomes ineligible** for key bonus escalators and incentives tied to tenure and team loyalty.
He was on track to sign a **5-year supermax extension worth approximately $318 million.**
– Incentives tied to All-NBA appearances, MVP voting, and playoff performance could’ve pushed total earnings **well over $400 million** in career value.
Now, with the trade finalized, Dončić’s potential next deal with his new team is expected to be closer to **$202 million** over four years—**a difference of more than $116 million
While financial experts point to the steep economic loss, insiders close to Dončić suggest that his decision to agree to the trade (or at least not oppose it) was rooted in a desire for a fresh start, a stronger supporting cast, and a better shot at a championship.
It’s never just about money for Luka,” one source said. “He wants to win. He wants legacy. But yes, the dollars lost are real.”
Dončić, who was the face of the Mavericks franchise since being drafted in 2018, leaves behind a legacy of highlight-reel brilliance, record-setting performances, and a devoted fanbase.
For Dallas, the trade marks the beginning of a rebuild—or at least a dramatic reshaping of their roster.
For Luka, it’s the start of a new chapter—one that comes at a steep price, both emotionally and financially.
