14 days ago

Lakers Prioritizing Luka Doncic's Prime Over LeBron James' Final Era

Lakers almost acquired center Mark Williams before rescinding it due to medical concerns. The deal would've provided Doncic an ideal pick-and-roll partner, signaling Los Angeles prioritizes winning during Luka's prime over LeBron's twilight years, per Kevin Pelton. The shift became clearer when the Lakers let James play out his option rather than offering a long-term extension.