Summary
The Los Angeles Lakers acquired Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks last season, but did not achieve playoff success. Ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season, the Lakers have added new players to the team. NBA legend Scottie Pippen has expressed doubts about Doncic's ability to lead the team to an NBA Finals win.
Key Facts
- The Lakers made a major trade last season to get Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks.
- Despite making the playoffs, the Lakers were eliminated by the Minnesota Timberwolves.
- The Lakers have recruited new players, including Deandre Ayton, Marcus Smart, and Jake LaRavia.
- Luka Doncic is seen as a key player for the Lakers' success next season.
- NBA legend Scottie Pippen has doubts about Doncic's ability to win an NBA Finals.
- In 28 games with the Lakers, Doncic averaged 28.2 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 7.5 assists per game.
- Doncic's shooting stats included 43.8% from the floor and 37.9% from three-point range.
- The Lakers need to build a strong team around Doncic to aim for a championship win.
