Luka Doncic Lakers debut prediction: NBA vet has high hopes for superstar

Lakers' newest star Luka Doncic all set to make his much anticipated debut against the Utah Jazz on Monday.

Luka Doncic Lakers debut prediction: NBA vet has high hopes for superstar

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Sports enthusiasts have a lot to talk about as the 2025 NBA All-Star Game draws near and Super Bowl LIX recently ended. But Luka Doncic‘s Los Angeles Lakers debut against the Utah Jazz on Monday night appears to be the main focus of attention. Doncic was traded to the Lakers by the Dallas Mavericks earlier this month. However, the star was sidelined due to a calf strain but is now fit and ready for his debut.

“Luka Magic” is anticipated to be Purple and Gold’s next franchise cornerstone after being a part of what was possibly the largest mid-season transaction in NBA history. Furthermore, former NBA player, Gilbert Arenas made a bold take. He stated that the five-time All-Star will record a triple-double in his debut game. This is despite having an entirely different team surrounding him.

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He might f**k around and have a triple-double. You know why? Because I think LeBron is gonna sit out that game, just so Luka could do his thing. You know what Bron do, you crazy. He’s gonna acclimate him.

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Arenas also claimed that LeBron James would be out of the game. This is just for Luka Doncic to claim all the spotlight. However, Arenas took a swipe at James in the process. He stated that ‘James loves attention’ and sitting out the game would indirectly give James the attention he seeks.

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On the other hand, James is eager to perform at his peak. This is as seen by the Lakers’ current run of winning 10 of their last 12 games. The 40-year-old forward has shot 51.3 percent from the floor. Also, he has averaged 26.9 points, 9.9 assists, and 8.8 rebounds in his last 10 games. With James in top form, Lakers fans will be excited to watch how Doncic and James will fair on the court.

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When a clown moves into a palace, he doesn’t become a king. The palace becomes a circus.

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In the wake of Luka Doncic shifting to the West Coast, the proverb—which emphasizes the value of one’s character regardless of one’s position—is a harsh critique of the Mavericks’ top brass. James aimed a dig towards Dumont. Notably, his consortium acquired the team after former owner, Mark Cuban sold his majority share.