Luka Doncic captivates Lakers fans with full-page ad ahead of season opener
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 4:43 PM
Last updated Oct 21, 2026
Lakers guard Luka Doncic reached out to fans by placing a full-page advertisement in the Los Angeles Times. In the message, he emphasized the team's aspirations for a championship, stating, "tonight we start our run for the championship." The statement reflects Doncic's commitment to the franchise and recognition of fan dedication. The Lakers are set to begin their season against the Golden State Warriors at 7:00 p.m. PT.
- •Doncic issued a passionate plea for fan support in the ad.
- •He acknowledges the legacy of Lakers fans and their commitment to the team.
- •The Lakers' first game of the season is vs. the Warriors tonight.
- •Doncic is a key player after joining the Lakers in the 2024-25 season.
- •Last season, Doncic led the NBA in points per game with 33.5.
- 5:25 PMESPN — Dončić, in full-page ad, says Lakers title run starts now, asks for fan support
- 4:37 PMYahoo Sports — Luka Doncic Sends Message to Lakers Fans Ahead of 1st Game of Season
"Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic took out a full page ad in the LA Times on Wednesday to send a message to fans. The post Luka Doncic Sends Message to Lakers Fans Ahead of 1st Game of Season appeared first on LA Sports Report.
"Lakers star Luka Dončić took out a full-page advertisement in the Los Angeles Times, addressing the city and saying "tonight we start our run for a championship."
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External links- ESPNOct 21, 2026, 5:25 PMDončić, in full-page ad, says Lakers title run starts now, asks for fan support
Lakers star Luka Dončić took out a full-page advertisement in the Los Angeles Times, addressing the city and saying "tonight we start our run for a championship."
- Yahoo SportsOct 21, 2026, 4:37 PMLuka Doncic Sends Message to Lakers Fans Ahead of 1st Game of Season
Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic took out a full page ad in the LA Times on Wednesday to send a message to fans. The post Luka Doncic Sends Message to Lakers Fans Ahead of 1st Game of Season appeared first on LA Sports Report.
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