Sasa Doncic assesses Los Angeles Lakers roster changes after busy summer

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Last updated Sep 6, 2026

Sasa Doncic assesses Los Angeles Lakers roster changes after busy summer
Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers have undergone significant roster movement this summer following the departure of LeBron James in free agency. General manager Rob Pelinka acquired Walker Kessler, Sandro Mamukelashvili, Quentin Grimes, Collin Sexton, Kevon Looney, Jaden Hardy, Matisse Thybulle, and Ziaire Williams. These changes follow a season where the team finished with a strong showing in March before struggling in April. Sasa Doncic recently commented on the team's evolution, noting that the success of the new roster remains to be seen. Luka Doncic, now entering his second full season with the club, led his new teammates through training in Slovenia to build chemistry ahead of the upcoming campaign. The franchise continues to evaluate potential additions at the power forward and backup center positions to solidify depth.

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  • The Lakers added eight new players while parting ways with LeBron James and five other roster members.
  • Luka Doncic brought his new teammates to Slovenia for off-season training.
  • Sasa Doncic stated that it is too early to judge the impact of the roster turnover.
  • The front office remains focused on finding additional support at power forward and center.
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Well, at least they haven’t been timid. They haven’t hesitated to add pieces around Luka Doncic. The Los Angeles Lakers are clearly trying to convince their superstar he is on a championship-contending team.As ESPN’s Zach Kram noted, the Lakers have seen plenty of movement this offseason, but what will these changes ultimately deliver? “The Lakers might […] The post Luka Doncic’s Father Has Blunt Message for Rob Pelinka Amid Lakers Offseason appeared first on HEAVY.

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