Los Angeles Lakers' 2026 Season Preview
Summary
The Los Angeles Lakers are entering the 2026 season without LeBron James for the first time in many years. The team has traded for new players, including Walker Kessler, and is now focused on building around their new star, Luka Doncic.Key Facts
- LeBron James left the Lakers after eight seasons.
- The Lakers traded two unprotected first-round draft picks and future pick swaps to Utah for Walker Kessler.
- Kessler signed a four-year, $130 million contract with the Lakers.
- Other new players joining the team include Quentin Grimes, Collin Sexton, and Sandro Mamukelashvili.
- Players Marcus Smart, Deandre Ayton, Luke Kennard, and Jaxson Hayes left the Lakers.
- The team is now centered on Luka Doncic as its main leader and star player.
- Replacing LeBron’s leadership and experience is a major challenge for the Lakers.
- The success of the team will depend on the choices made around building the roster for Doncic.
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