Photo via Yahoo Sports

Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves ready to take charge of new-look Lakers

With LeBron James moving on, star teammates Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are stepping up as co-leaders for the Los Angeles Lakers. The duo recently bonded during a trip to Slovenia, where they traded playful banter about competing in various athletic events like golf and rowing.

Both players enter the new season with massive contract extensions after standout individual campaigns, with Doncic leading the league in scoring last year and Reaves securing a historic deal for an undrafted player. Teammate Jake LaRavia noted that their distinct leadership styles—Doncic leading by example and Reaves offering a more vocal approach—will help them guide a roster that features nine newcomers.

Up nextNBA· 6h ago

Luka Doncic files international petition to bring his daughters back to US