Luka Doncic

Eighteen months ago, it was hard to imagine Dallas Mavericks fans feeling genuinely optimistic about the future. If you’ve followed my work for the better part of a decade, you know how serious a statement that is, because one thing I’ve never had anyone tell me is that I’m not optimistic enough. The baffling decision to trade Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers didn’t just pull the rug out from underneath the franchise. It fractured the trust between the organization and one of the NBA’s m...

The Los Angeles Lakers have transitioned from the LeBron James Era to the Luka Doncic Era, signed Austin Reaves to a long-term contract, and acquired Walker Kessler from the Utah Jazz, but even with the arrival of the latter, there remains a key area of the team's roster that must be addressed before the start of next season.

Although Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's father holds Luka Doncic in high regard, there was one aspect that prevented him from being considered a top three point guard in the NBA.

The Lakers haven’t had stability with their frontcourt, but Kevon Looney is excited to change that.

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Following the departure of LeBron James, the top draw for the Los Angeles Lakers is Luka Doncic, who was infamously acquired from the Dallas Mavericks in a stunning trade in February 2025. Former Mavericks head coach Rick Carlisle, who coached Doncic in Dallas for the first three seasons of his NBA career, had some pretty […] The post Ex-Mavericks coach has ‘Showtime’ comp for Lakers’ Luka Doncic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The Indiana Pacers coach praised Doncic’s talent, intelligence and competitive mentality The post Rick Carlisle: “Luka Doncic is the most unique player I’ve ever worked with” appeared first on Eurohoops.

The Los Angeles Lakers have entirely rebuilt their roster around Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. They’ve added Walker Kessler, Sandro Mamukelashvili, Quentin Grimes, Collin Sexton and more to create a new identity of youth, energy and hustle around their two stars. Their new roster build, though, is polarizing around the league, especially to their closest […]

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The Los Angeles Lakers have responded to LeBron James’ exit with a spending splurge aimed at bringing the best out of Luka Doncic, and fans can be forgiven for being most excited about Walker Kessler. Kessler was brought in in exchange of draft assets in a sign-and-trade with the Utah Jazz, and is exactly the […] The post Lakers exec makes Walker Kessler promise that would make Luka Doncic partnership even scarier appeared first on ClutchPoints.

One of the new additions this offseason that is sure to play a big role for the Los Angeles Lakers is guard Quentin Grimes. The guard seems likely to be in the starting lineup alongside Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves and will operate as a key perimeter defender and secondary creator on offense. While Grimes […]

The frontcourt of the Los Angeles Lakers has undergone a complete makeover as the team acquired center Walker Kessler from the Utah Jazz in a sign-and-trade to be the ideal big to partner with superstar guard Luka Doncic. The team also signed veteran center Kevon Looney, who won multiple championships as a member of the […]

With the LeBron James era over in Los Angeles, Dončić seems to be embracing a changing leadership role.

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The Los Angeles Lakers have completely re-shaped their roster from the team that got to the second round three months ago. L.A. parted ways with six regular rotation players — LeBron James, Marcus Smart, Luke Kennard, Rui Hachimura, Deandre Ayton and Jaxson Hayes — and replaced them with Walker Kessler, Quentin Grimes, Sandro Mamukelashvili, Collin […]

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - MARCH 27: Luka Doncic #77 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on against the Chicago Bulls during the second half at the United Center on March 27, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) | Getty Images Basketball never stops. The offseason is a time to rest, reset...

Dwyane Wade. Anthony Davis. Kyrie Irving. Luka Dončić. Chris Bosh.

LeBron James no longer has the Los Angeles Lakers, and a significant chunk of the NBA, in a holding pattern. James is now officially with the Philadelphia 76ers after leaving the Lakers in free agency.  His other potential suitors — the Golden State Warriors, Miami Heat, Cleveland Cavaliers and Minnesota Timberwolves — are no longer...

Point guard LeBron James could be returning for the 2026-27 campaign.