Rob Pelinka Makes Promise to Lakers Fans After Luka Doncic News originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Luka Doncic’s future with the Los Angeles Lakers had been one of the biggest stories of the summer. The All-NBA guard was traded from the Dallas Mavericks to Los Angeles in February, and has quickly become the face of the franchise.

Five-time NBA champion with the Chicago Bulls, Ron Harper, said that Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic became "comfortable" with the Dallas Mavericks. Harper criticized Doncic's lifestyle with the Mavericks, which led to get traded.

Apr 9, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) looks on as the Dallas Mavericks play a tribute video for Doncic before the game against the Lakers at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images / Jerome Miron-Imagn Images