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Luka Doncic news
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The gist
Luka Doncic hosted Lakers teammates in Slovenia for a four-day minicamp. Rival teams are monitoring his situation amid Lakers ownership turmoil.
Background
After LeBron James's departure, Luka Doncic has become the Lakers' new leader. He organized a team-bonding trip to Slovenia, which included practices and charity visits, to build chemistry with a largely new roster. However, the franchise's ownership situation remains unstable, leading to speculation about Doncic's long-term future with the team.
How it unfolded
- Aug 20, 2026Lakers team dinner in Ljubljana, Slovenia, during the minicamp.
- Aug 21, 2026Doncic posted photos from the 'first supper' with teammates including Austin Reaves and Bronny James.
- Aug 22, 2026Insider reports emerge that rival teams are monitoring Doncic's situation, ready to pursue if things go 'sideways'.
- Aug 24, 2026Doncic delayed departure for charity visits to a Ljubljana hospital and pediatric clinic, capping the four-day minicamp.
Who’s saying what
- Insider
- ESPN's Tim MacMahon said rival teams are watching closely, thinking 'if this thing goes sideways, we'd sure like to get Luka.'
- Support
- MacMahon also noted Doncic has 'done nothing but express optimism and excitement about the Lakers since he signed that extension.'
Still unverified
Speculation that Doncic might seek a trade if the Lakers don't contend for a championship is based on insider opinion, not confirmed by Doncic or his camp.