Welcoming the new player doesn’t mean that you don’t miss the teammates, like Anthony Davis, Max Christie and Jalen Hood-Schifino, who were traded away.

Lakers coach JJ Redick said newly acquired Luka Doncic could debut Saturday against Indiana or Monday versus Utah.

Los Angeles looked outstanding and LeBron James had another great game. During one particularly impressive moment, he draw an and-one call while attacking the basket. LEBRON AND-1 TO CLOSE OUT A 73-PT HALF FOR THE LAKERS! It was the final play of the first half and it was a dominant moment for Los Angeles.