2 weeks Ago By Lebron Wire
Luka Doncic has infused the Los Angeles Lakers and their fans with new life and passion, and he has suddenly given the team a real shot to win this year's NBA championship. In 28 regular-season games with the Lakers, he put up 28.2 points, 8.
1 rebounds and 7.5 assists a game and hit 37.9% of his 9.
6 3-point attempts a game.He has made life a lot easier for LeBron James and Austin Reaves while opening up easier offensive opportunities for everyone. Still, there is a bit of a cloud hanging over the organization when it comes to him.
He can opt out of his contract and become a free agent next summer. As a result, some are a bit nervous that he could decide to depart and therefore leave the Lakers empty-handed.But in an interview with ESPN's Malika Andrews, he seemed to indicate that he wants to remain with the Purple and Gold.
Malika: Staying in Los Angeles is what you wanna do?Luka: YesYT/Malika Andrews - ESPN pic.twitter.com/RMwQ3kkySI— Luka Updates (@LukaUpdates) April 18, 2025Doncic was stunned by the trade that sent him from the Dallas Mavericks to Los Angeles, but he has adjusted to his new surroundings.
Getting himself a world championship ring this summer would undoubtedly make it easier for him to stay in L.A. and be the storied franchise's next transcendent player for many years to come.
This article originally appeared on LeBron Wire: Luka Doncic indicates he may want to stay with the Lakers long-term.
