Lakers Predicted to Add 3 Players Around LeBron James, Luka Doncic This Offseason originally appeared on Athlon Sports. After acquiring Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks in February, the Los Angeles Lakers were projected by many NBA fans and experts to compete for the championship this year.

Los Angeles fell in a swift five-game first-round defeat against Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves, possibly ushering in a new era for the franchise with LeBron James set to enter his 23rd campaign and ex-Dallas Mavericks superstar Luka Dončić preparing for his first full season as a Laker.

Lakers star LeBron James has given no indication that he plans to join a different team for his 23rd NBA season. Still, after several team changes throughout his career, LeBron has shown a willingness to leave teams before, and there's no guarantee he'll re-sign with the Lakers this summer.