Swanson: Luka Doncic’s audacity should inspire Lakers at trade deadline

Swanson: Luka Doncic’s audacity should inspire Lakers at the trade deadline

What if I told you that in the year Luka Doncic has spent with the Lakers, my favorite part of his game has become his early-in-the-shot-clock heaves? Sure, maybe they’re bad shots. In the same way Paul George characterized Damian Lillard’s deep, deep shot that sent home his Oklahoma City Thunder in the first round of the 2019 Western Conference playoffs. You can argue – those long 3-pointers of Luka’s are ill-advised, analytically dubious, lazy…

Swanson: Luka Doncic’s audacity should inspire Lakers at trade deadline

A year after the bombshell trade that sent Anthony Davis to Dallas, the Lakers shouldn’t wait to add shooters and defenders who fit around their superstar.

Dillon Brooks’ Smirk Says It All as Luka Doncic Trade Gets Called “Sketchy”

Dillon Brooks and Luka Doncic (Photo By Imagn Images) The Phoenix Suns’ star player, Dillon Brooks, continues to draw attention for his straightforward takes. Recently, his blunt comment, “most overrated player,” about LeBron James sparked speculation. Now, he has come up with another take on the Los Angeles Lakers, regarding Luka Doncic’s infamous trade. Brooks is known for his lighthearted and straightforward personality. On the court, he rema…

Lakers Acquire Donte DiVincenzo In Wild Three-Team NBA Trade Proposal

Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images The 2025-26 season has been one of major ups and downs for the Los Angeles Lakers, and as the NBA trade deadline approaches next week, this team is expected to be active. Los Angeles has stars Luka Doncic and LeBron James leading the show, but the roster needs more help around them if they want to compete for a title this season. *PREDICTION* This team desperately needs more help along the wing, and th…