Lakers fans mock Spurs overpaying De'Aaron Fox in massive extension

The Los Angeles Lakers secured Luka Doncic with a three-year maximum contract extension, yet the San Antonio Spurs surpassed this with a four-year max deal for De'Aaron Fox. While the Lakers could have offered Doncic the same deal, he preferred an arrangement allowing a potential opt-out after ten years for a larger payout. Consequently, Doncic and Fox are on identical contracts for the upcoming three years, though their playing levels differ significantly. Luka Doncic, a five-time All-Star and five-time first-team All-NBA selection, consistently contends for MVP awards and ranks among the top three players globally. Conversely, Fox has only one All-Star appearance and was named third-team All-NBA in 2023. It's notable that over the next three seasons, they will earn the same salary, despite their disparities in star power. The Spurs' decision to pay Fox like a superstar has drawn criticism from Lakers fans, especially as many now view San Antonio as a major contender to challenge the Oklahoma City Thunder in the coming decade, largely due to Victor Wembanyama. However, despite their draft lottery luck, the Spurs have yet to develop a fully competitive roster from their assets. ...