The discussion revolves around the functional equation f(x^2 - 2016x) = f(x)·x + 2016, with a focus on finding f(2017). It is established that x^2 - 2016x = 2017 leads to two possible values for x: -1 and 2017. Substituting these values results in two equations for f(2017), one involving f(-1) and the other a direct calculation. The latter simplifies to f(2017) = -1, concluding that f(2017) equals -1. The problem highlights the importance of correctly interpreting the functional equation to derive the solution.