Luka Doncic said there was a surprise celebration planned for him after signing the extension and that he didnt know what it was The surprise turned out to be new Lakers owner Mark Walter taking Luka and his crew to see his favorite boyband the Backstreet Boys at The Sphere in Las Vegas

Charania Kevin Porter Jrs four-year extension is only guaranteed for 1586 million all in Year 1 sources said The contract includes June trigger dates after first season but the Rockets can essentially release Porter at any point without further pay up to the 825M

Marks Coby White Nikola Vucevic and Lonzo Ball are names to keep an eye on as the Chicago Bulls aim to bolster their draft assets before the Feb 6th trade deadline

Lakers calling New Orleans after realizing their cap space mistake

Stats via NBAcom When guarded by Luka Doncic Jaden McDaniels had the 2nd-highest 1-on-1 efficiency of the 1st round 688 eFG Anthony Edwards wasnt far behind8th when guarded by Luka 594 eFG Video via JCAgenda