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Luka Doncic vows to deliver championships for Lakers fans

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 7:42 PM

Last updated Sep 23, 2026

Luka Doncic vows to deliver championships for Lakers fans

Summary

Luka Doncic has made a passionate pledge to secure NBA titles for the Los Angeles Lakers following his trade from the Dallas Mavericks. As the new face of the franchise after LeBron James' departure, Doncic expressed his eagerness to meet the expectations of Lakers fans. In the previous season, he averaged 33.5 points and led the team before a hamstring injury halted their playoff run, exiting in the second round. The Lakers have built a team around Doncic, acquiring new players to better complement his style of play ahead of the upcoming season. Training camp begins on September 29, 2026.

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By the Numbers

•Doncic averages 33.5 points in the previous season before injury.
•Lakers revamped their roster to fit Doncic's play style.
•Doncic expresses determination to win titles with the Lakers.
•Training camp starts on September 29, 2026.

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7:42 PMYahoo Sports — Luka Doncic makes emotional pledge Lakers fans won't forget

What they're saying

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Luka Doncic targets his first NBA title with a revamped Lakers roster after LeBron James' exit, promising Los Angeles fans a championship-caliber season.
— Yahoo Sports

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