
Lakers leader Luka Doncic says he is ready to lead the team after LeBron James' departure for Philadelphia, looking to the season opener on October 21st against the Warriors.
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Luka Doncic arrived in California in February 2025 and has been sidelined since his injury in April against the Thunder.
Lakers leader Luka Doncic said he was 'eager to take over' the team following LeBron James' departure for Philadelphia. "It's a new challenge, of course. But I've been in this situation often since I was young, so it's nothing new. I feel good. I'm eager and ready," said the 27-year-old Slovenian.
Doncic hasn't played in the NBA since his injury in April against the Thunder. Arriving in California in February 2025, after a long stay in Dallas, Doncic will have to manage the legacy of LeBron James who won the title in 2020. The Slovenian averaged 33 points per game last season before getting injured.
Next season Doncic will be able to count on shooter Austin Reaves and a handful of newcomers, including pivot Walker Kessler, who arrived from the Utah Jazz. "He's a fantastic addition for us. He protects the rim, sure, but he's also made huge progress offensively. He'll help us a lot," he assures. The Lakers will begin the season against the Golden State Warrior on October 21st.
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