Lakers Rumors: 'Some' Expect Anthony Davis to Pursue Contract Similar to Kawhi's

Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis reportedly may be seeking a contract similar to the one Kawhi Leonard signed with the Los Angeles Clippers.

According to Bill Oram of The Athletic, Davis has multiple options, and one that some within the Lakers organization believe he favors is a three-year deal with a player option in the third year, much like Kawhi.

If Davis signs that contract, it would allow him to hit free agency again when he is 29 years old.

Davis could also sign a four-year, $146 million extension with the Lakers or wait until July to become a free agent before re-signing with L.A. on a five-year, $205 million deal.

Although Davis could technically leave via free agency during the offseason, Oram seems to suggest the prevailing thought is he will remain with the Lakers. The only question is how long his new contract will be.

Davis can make the most money and have the most security by becoming a free agent and then signing a new five-year deal with the Lakers, but if he values flexibility more, the deal Kawhi signed is worth considering.

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While LeBron James has been a force this season, Davis has been the biggest difference-maker, as his arrival has helped the Lakers go from a non-playoff team last season to the top team in the Western Conference so far this season at 30-7.

The 26-year-old Davis' massive production has carried over from his time with the New Orleans Pelicans. In 35 games this season, he is averaging 27.1 points, 9.4 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 2.6 blocks and 1.5 steals. He is also making a career-high 1.1 trifectas per game.

James' age could also play a factor in whether Davis decides to sign for three, four or five years. LeBron has shown no signs of slowing down at 35, but he would be 40 at the end of a five-year deal.

Signing a two-year deal with a third-year player option would likely ensure that Davis doesn't get stuck in a bad situation, but he has been somewhat injury-prone in recent years, so he must weigh the risk involved with leaving millions on the table.