LeBron James Sidelined, Lakers Aim to Clamp Down on Luka Doncic
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Los Angeles — With LeBron James unavailable, the Los Angeles Lakers are expected to shift their defensive focus squarely onto Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic, according to a July 7, 2026 report.
The matchup places extra weight on Doncic to shoulder Dallas’ offense while the Lakers adjust to playing without their leading scorer and floor general. Los Angeles will look to contain the three-time All-NBA guard through aggressive perimeter coverage and frequent double-teams, the report said.
Tip-off for the Lakers-Mavericks showdown is set for later this week in Los Angeles.
Source: New York Post
