Luka Dončić is evidently a playmaker on and off the court. Bringing Marcus Smart to the Los Angeles Lakers was a team effort, one in which Dončić played a meaningful role. On Tuesday, Smart spoke with reporters for his introductory Lakers news conference and credited the recruiting efforts of Dončić as one reason why he's in Los Angeles after reaching a buyout agreement with the Washington Wizards.

The Los Angeles Lakers could split up their superstar duo of LeBron James and Luka Dončić if they struggle to start the season.

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Dončić and new guard Marcus Smart are “working hard” on their bodies this offseason, according to NBA insider Marc Stein of The Stein Line.

The Los Angeles Lakers are making it clear they’re all-in on Luka Dončić, especially after reports surfaced that the team no longer sees LeBron James as part of its