The Los Angeles Lakers have had superstars play for their team through their history, but the way they acquired their recent superstar in Luka Doncic is beyond baffling.

Luka Doncic is now a Los Angeles Laker following what many consider the most shocking trade in NBA history. With the trade deadline looming, the Lakers are focused on quickly improving their roster to ensure they have the depth and defense needed to support the dynamic duo of Luka and LeBron.

The Lakers’ acquisition of Luka Doncic was the biggest move of the week, even if plenty of other teams were also able to improve.

The Trail Blazers would likely want to make room to have more minutes for Donovan Clingan, who they recently selected early in the 2024 NBA Draft. For the Lakers, meanwhile, Ayton could have at least some tangible valuable as a player who has postseason experience and tremendous size on the inside.

The Dončić deal positions the Lakers extremely well for the future — especially when a bumper crop of stars might become available.

LeBron James had 26 points, nine assists and eight rebounds, and Luka Doncic watched approvingly from the bench while the Los Angeles Lakers thrashed the Los Angeles Clippers 122-97